Gua sha basically translates to “scraping sand ... looked at with skepticism in the West – and the deep-colored bruising it ...

So, when I heard that gua sha (the muscle scraping method rooted in traditional ... You may also experience bruising or temporary marking, but be careful not to be too heavy with the practise.

As the heat gets trapped it results in headaches. Gua sha helps this heat to escape, and it stimulates the blood flow to ease the pain.” While there are lots of gua shas available with specially ...

The painless bruise marks on a child from the traditional Chinese guasha/scraping treatment was mistaken by child protection services as evidence of abuse and neglect, stirring clashes and debates ...

While the side effects are minimal, it can be uncomfortable and lead to bruising or soreness if too much pressure is applied," says Garshick. If you're using gua sha for the face, it's best to do ...