GUA SHA CANBERRA

Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese medicine technique involving repeated
strokes over the skin using a smooth-edged Gua Sha tool.
Oil or another suitable medium is generally applied to the skin before
treatment to allow the tool to move smoothly over the treatment area.

The sensation varies depending on the area being treated and the amount of
pressure used.
Some people experience a firm scraping or rubbing sensation. Treatment
pressure can be adjusted according to your comfort.

Gua Sha can cause temporary redness or red-purple marks on the treated
area.

The appearance and duration of these marks vary between individuals and
generally fade over time.
Your practitioner will explain this before treatment, particularly if the
treatment area may be visible afterwards.

Not necessarily.
Please tell your practitioner if you are taking blood-thinning medication,
have a bleeding disorder, skin infection, open wound, significant skin
condition or other relevant medical condition.
Your practitioner will assess whether Gua Sha is appropriate for your
individual circumstances.

Yes, different Chinese medicine techniques may be considered as part of an
individual treatment plan.
Depending on your assessment, your practitioner may discuss Gua Sha
alongside acupuncture, cupping or other appropriate techniques.
Not every technique is required or appropriate for every patient.