The past couple of years have seen an increase in the popularity for TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). You've probably heard of Chinese Acupuncture and reflexology but one practice that you've probably never known about is " gua sha." Sometimes, it's referred to as "coining" or "spooning" by Westerners this method involves scratching off the surface of the skin to cleanse and rehydrate the body. While it's still relatively unnoticed to the West, Gua Sha is very well-known in Asia because it's easy as well as the outcomes are easy and stunning.

The traditional Chinese Medicine believes that muscle soreness and other injuries are obstructions of blood and Qi. No matter if you are a believer in Qi and qi or not there's not difficult to understand that if you're suffering from muscle soreness, rub the area to improve blood flow can alleviate the discomfort. This is the principle. Gua Sha begins by taking a hot sauna or bath and after applying massage oils, the masseuse will use a specific scraper over the area affected (or for those who are at the home, you can use a simple spoon). The Chinese claim that this helps unblock the flow of qi and medical science interprets this as a process of removing metabolic wastes that accumulate in muscles and tissue that is congested. Scraping is the most extreme type of exfoliation leaving streaks of redness and marks - but do not worry, they will fade in a couple of days after the procedure.

What do Chinese Gua Sha assist you with?

1) Muscles Tired

Anyone who's endured a tough workout knows the unwelcome sensation that develops the next day , DOMS, or delayed onset muscle soreness. Particularly when you're trying to get back to form after a long break, the fearful DOMS can be a definite consequence of exercise. To combat this severe muscle soreness, perform an intense workout with ample stretching as well as water and the practice of Gua Sha and get rid of the acidity, and make space for muscle to grow! Gua Sha is an excellent remedy for any type of muscle soreness, stiffness or fatigue.

2.) The head cold

Lower respiratory ailments affect all of us at one point or another - typically in the winter cold So what better method to fight an illness than an icy hot bath or sauna , followed by Gua sha? The masseuse will use the scraper across your back neck and shoulders to help relieve congestion and flush out the fluids that accumulate within your chest. Afterwards, you'll feel relief immediately!

3.) PMS

Because Gua Sha is an excellent treatment for muscles that are sore and joints, it's also a great option for those menstrual aches and discomforts. In accordance with the principles that are based on reflexology, your massage therapist can scratch different areas of your body to alleviate discomfort in your lower abdomen.

If you want to try it for yourself, consult your local acupuncturist. Or purchase a simple Gua sha tool or a spoon to try it at your home.