Gua Sha Tools are also known as "Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization" (IASTM) tools. They can be used to improve soft tissue mobility around injured tissues. This increases blood flow and circulation which decreases healing time.

Redness is normal as blood is brought to the area of "scraping", can also turn to bruising. Always begin lightly and only to tolerance, do not do this everyday. Consult your healthcare provider with questions and concerns. Caution to those on blood thinners or with fibromyalgia.