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Buy Gua Sha Massage Tools Online from AcuMax

Gua Sha is a specific massage technique originating in Asia that uses special blunt tools. It is intended to support and improve the immune system, health and wellbeing by improving the flow of Qi. The technique uses scrapers or massage tools in various shapes and materials, such as stone or horn. The AcuMax online shop offers a wide selection of massage tools in different shapes and materials.

What Are the Benefits of Gua Sha?

The word “Gua” means to scrape, while “Sha” refers to redness or illness. Gua Sha therefore involves “scraping or stroking illness away”. It promotes circulation and, in turn, the supply of nutrients to the tissue. It also stimulates lymph flow and is said to help the body eliminate toxins. Gua Sha massage can also release stagnation of energy and blood. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, it stimulates the flow of Qi and blood and moves stagnant fluids. Pain or other symptoms of illness are regarded as signs of an imbalance in the body. These blockages can lead to excessive heat or cold in the body, which may cause pain, tension, restlessness and more. Gua Sha massage with special massage tools or scrapers is intended to release these blockages and allow energy to flow again.

When Is Gua Sha Massage Used?

This treatment or massage technique can be used specifically to address pain or other complaints, support general health or help prevent illness.

Indications:

  • Back pain
  • Shoulder and neck pain
  • General muscle tension
  • Headaches, including migraines
  • Connective tissue weakness
  • Circulatory disorders
  • Metabolic disorders
  • Restricted mobility
  • Joint complaints
  • Nerve pain
  • Digestive problems
  • Respiratory problems (colds, sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma)

Gua Sha Technique and Application

As with any massage, a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere is important to support the treatment. During a Gua Sha massage, the tool is pressed and moved over the affected areas. The pressure may be light or firm, depending on the approach. With lighter pressure, more strokes are needed to achieve the effect, although this may be more comfortable for the patient depending on the body area or indication. The techniques involve even scraping and kneading combined with manual massage movements, such as stroking. Gua Sha massage is usually performed on the back, but it can also be used on the arms and legs. The therapist treats the relevant area according to the location of the complaint. Oil or cream is used to help the massage tools glide smoothly. Painful areas or areas that redden quickly indicate possible blockages to the therapist and point to the complaints to be treated. The scraping follows a set sequence, repeating each stroke approximately 3–10 times until the skin’s reaction is clear. The strokes are usually performed symmetrically on both sides of the spine. After treatment, the area is massaged or stroked again.
Redness, possible bruising and mild tiredness may occur after treatment because circulation, metabolism and lymph flow have been stimulated and may continue to respond afterwards.

Buy Gua Sha Products at Great Prices from AcuMax Switzerland

Our online shop offers high-quality massage tools made from buffalo horn, jade or rose quartz at attractive prices. The range includes different shapes and designs. Buy your Gua Sha products or tools online now, simply and conveniently.

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