During scraping, the local sweat pores on the skin open up to facilitate the expulsion of pathogens and enhance the therapeutic effect. The scraping should be done in a suitable environment, and the appropriate technique should be chosen based on the individual's constitution for comprehensive treatment.
(1) Pay attention to keeping warm during scraping
When undergoing scraping treatment, it is important to avoid wind and keep warm. If the room temperature is low, the exposed areas should be minimized. In hot weather, scraping should not be done near a fan or in places with convection drafts. When scraping, the open sweat pores on the skin can allow pathogens to enter directly, which not only affects the effectiveness of scraping but can also lead to new diseases due to exposure to wind and cold.
(2) Pay attention to the duration of scraping
Each scraping treatment session should not be too long, and the duration should be strictly controlled. Large-scale continuous scraping should be avoided to protect the body's vital energy. For the areas that need to be scraped, when combining the meridian acupoints with holographic treatment areas, 1-2 holographic treatment areas can be selected each time.
(3) Drink hot water after scraping
After scraping treatment, it is recommended to drink a cup of hot water. Scraping treatment opens up the sweat pores and expels pathogens, which can consume some of the body's fluids. Drinking a cup of hot water after scraping not only replenishes the lost water, but also promotes metabolism and speeds up the elimination of metabolic waste.
(4) Timing for bathing after scraping
After scraping treatment, to prevent wind and cold pathogens from invading, it is necessary to wait for the skin pores to close and return to their normal state before taking a bath, which usually takes about 3 hours. However, during the drying stage of a bath, scraping can be done. At this time, the pores are slightly open, and the scraping time is shorter but the effect is significant. It is important to keep warm during the bath.
