This therapy is based on Traditional Chinese Massage techniques including Gua Sha and Heated Cupping along with Massage.This invigorating therapy can cause discoloration to the skin as the release and clearing of stagnation occurs to release toxins from the body.The reaction is called petechiae, causing tiny dark round spots.This is not bruising, but cellular debris, pathogenic factors and toxins being drawn to the subcutaneous layers for dissipation by the circulatory system.

Gua Sha uses a round edged tool in a stroking motion to specific areas of muscle pain.Heated Cupping uses negative pressure with a heated/warmed glass cup that is applied to the affected body part. The pressure can be deep or gentle depending on the affliction.

24 hours after treatment, the following should be avoided; exposure to extreme temperatures, including cold, wet and windy weather conditions, hot showers, baths, saunas and hot tubs. As with any bodywork or detox therapy, a generous amount of water should be consumed following the therapy.

Discoloration on skin may take up to 1 week to dissipate.A consent must be signed with each session.The therapist reserves the right to omit any of the above therapies at their discretion, based on client information.

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