Gua Sha (Spoon Therapy)

Gua sha is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that has been used to treat everything from fevers to digestive problems to back pain.

This treatment dates back 700 years and works by creating a vacuum that helps remove the body’s toxic debris, replacing it with fresh healthy blood. It involves scraping the surface of the skin to release myofascial tension and is a great way to relieve muscles that feel stuck or tight.

Traditionally gua sha is carried out with a Chinese ceramic soup spoon, but a more modern smooth-edged instrument can be used. During the treatment, you’ll experience a warming sensation. Red marks known as “sha” will appear and last for a couple of days or longer.