What is a Gua Sha Massage?
Have you tried our brand new Gua Sha Massage yet? Although this viral massage technique has been all over your Instagram explore feed the last six months, it is actually a technique that has been used for hundreds of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It consists of stimulating muscles beneath the skin by grazing the body with a smooth stone tool.
Is the Gua Sha Massage right for me? Benefits of the Gua Sha Massage
Every massage is great for relieving stress, but they vary in the types of aches and pains they can relieve. While a gentle Swedish massage is a great procedure for smoothing tight muscles, the Gua Sha massage offers the ultimate benefits for deeper aches and pains. Because this massage is anti-inflammatory, it can target chronic pains and chronic, long-term conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis. One of the most significant benefits of the Gua Sha Massage is the effects it can have on the immune system. When Gua Sha is performed, it can activate the immune system which allows the body to speed up its natural healing process, allowing sources of pain to escape the body.
How to Get the Most Out of the Gua Sha Massage
Any time you schedule a massage, whether it be Gua Sha or another type of procedure, it is best to be prepared so you are able to get the most out of your appointment.
(Before) Prepare A List of Your Pain Sources, Injuries, and Health History
Before you go into the spa, sit down and create a detailed list of every area in which you feel pain and achiness, as well as a list of your prior and current injuries and health history. Licensed Massage Therapists are trained to review your health background before your massage starts. However, they will only know what you tell them. Before the massage starts RELAX The Spa asks that you take time to fill out a one page form on your prior and current health. Being prepared will allow you to answer these questions to the best of your ability, which will in turn allow your LMT to customize your massage to the best of their ability.
(Before) Write Down a List of Questions
If you have question, take note of them before you arrive at the spa. It can be very annoying when you are having a discussion with your LMT and you have the feeling that you forget to tell them or ask them something. Making a small note on your phone or in a notebook will give you the ability to have a more thorough discussion with your LMT.
(Before) Arrive Early – Enjoy Our Quiet Room
Every massage requires the recipient to be relaxed and not tense. When your mind is tense, your muscles are also often tense. One stresser that often adds to you being tense is being late or arriving the minute your appointment is supposed to start. Arriving early will not only give you the advantage of being able to complete the check in process before your massage (as opposed to checking in during the time your massage is scheduled to start) , but it will also give you the advantage of being able to fully enjoy our complimentary quiet room. Arrive, check in, change into a robe and slippers, and relax in a soothing environment. Our Quiet Room features dimmed lighting, comfortable chairs, and a fireplace. Enjoy a cozy blanket and a cup of hot tea while you are mentally preparing for your relaxing massage.
(After) Avoid Strenuous Activity
The Gua Sha Massage reaches deeper tissues and is used to ‘push’ inflammation and lactic acid from the muscles. After your Gua Sha Massage, we recommend avoiding any strenuous activity for the rest of the day. This includes picking up heavy weights or doing an intense workout. While the massage offers relief, you can feel sore afterwards due the grazing of the stone over the muscles. Doing any intense activity can cause you to become uncomfortable. In addition, because a stone is used to massage the muscles, slight bruising is normal.
How to Schedule a Gua Sha Massage
To schedule your deep tissue Gua Sha Massage, please visit our online booking site or contact us at (585) 412-4994.
Gua Sha Facial with CBD Oil
If you enjoyed our Gua Sha Massage, try our Gua Sha Facial featuring THC-free CBD Oil. This facial is designed to release facial tension, soothe frown lines, and relieve rosacea. It also speeds the healing time of breakouts and brightens the complexion. CBD Oil offers a variety of healing properties, making it great for all skin types.
Gua Sha Spa near Rochester
RELAX The Spa offers more than 70 distinct relaxation and luxury treatment options for beauty, wellness and health, located near Rochester, Central New York. Our ultimate, full service day spa provides guests with solo, couple, party and even corporate event experiences that melt away stress and provide calm. Slip into one of our luxurious robes and let our trained technicians treat you like royalty.
For more information about RELAX The Spa, please contact us at www.relaxthespa.com/book-now/ or (585) 412-4994.