Gua Sha
Gua Sha is a modality that increases blood flow, lymphatic drainage and decreases pain and inflammation. A smoothed edge tool is used against the skin in long strokes with a gradual increase in pressure. Depending on the area of the body this is used, some redness or petechiae may develop, but is usually resolved in 2-3 days. The skin is always prepared with an oil prior to using gua sha.