During gua sha, the sweat pores in the local area of the skin open up in order to facilitate the expulsion of pathogenic factors and enhance the therapeutic effect. When performing gua sha, it is important to choose the appropriate environment and use appropriate techniques based on the individual's physical condition.
(1) Pay attention to keeping warm during gua sha
Individuals undergoing gua sha treatment for weight loss should avoid drafts and keep warm. If the room temperature is low, it is advisable to minimize the exposed areas. In hot weather, gua sha should not be performed near a fan or in a draft. When the sweat pores are open during gua sha, if exposed to cold wind, the pathogenic factors can directly enter the body through the open pores, which not only affects the effectiveness of gua sha but may also lead to new diseases.
(2) Be mindful of the duration of gua sha
During each gua sha treatment for weight loss, the duration of each scraping should not be too long. It is important to strictly control the duration of each session. Large-scale continuous scraping should be avoided to protect the body's vitality. When choosing the areas to be scraped, it is advisable to select 1-2 areas when applying the combination of meridian acupoints and holographic acupoints.
(3) Drink hot water after gua sha
After gua sha treatment for weight loss, it is recommended to drink a cup of hot water. Gua sha treatment opens the sweat pores and expels pathogenic factors, which leads to the consumption of bodily fluids. Drinking hot water after gua sha not only replenishes the lost fluids but also promotes metabolism and speeds up the elimination of metabolic waste.
(4) Wait for the pores to close before bathing after gua sha
After gua sha treatment for weight loss, in order to prevent the invasion of pathogenic factors due to cold wind, it is necessary to wait for the skin pores to close and return to their original state before bathing, which generally takes about 3 hours. However, during the bathing process, when the water droplets have almost dried, gua sha can be performed. At this time, the pores are slightly open during bathing, and the effect of gua sha is significant, but it is important to keep warm.
