Gua Sha Manual for Novices: All You Need to Know about Gua Sha - Paperback

by Andara Farmer (Author)

Gua sha is a traditional East Asian healing technique. A lot of people use it to alleviate muscle pain and tension, but it's unclear how effective it is. We learn more about the efficacy and potential side effects of gua sha.
Gua sha aims to circulate the body's energy, or qi or chi. A tool is used to rub the skin in long strokes, causing minor bruising in the process.