Gua Sha Traditional Chinese Medicine

Restore Balance and Relieve Tension with Core Meridian

At Core Meridian Acupuncture in Newport Beach, we specialize in holistic therapies that combine time-tested wisdom with modern wellness care. One of our most popular offerings is gua sha, a therapy rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine that uses gentle scraping techniques to release muscle tension, improve circulation, and restore balance throughout the body.

While sometimes compared to massage, gua sha provides unique benefits that go beyond relaxation—making it a powerful choice for pain relief, stress reduction, and overall vitality.

What Is Gua Sha?

Gua sha traditional Chinese medicine involves using a smooth-edged tool (often made of jade, stone, or ceramic) to gently scrape the skin in specific directions. This process stimulates blood flow, breaks up fascial adhesions, and promotes the body’s natural healing response.

Unlike typical Asian massage in Newport Beach CA, which often relies on kneading and pressure, gua sha works with the fascia and microcirculation to release stagnation and restore free movement of Qi (energy) and blood.

Benefits of Gua Sha

Patients seeking gua sha in Newport Beach often experience:

  • Relief from chronic pain in the neck, shoulders, and back

  • Reduced muscle tightness and improved range of motion

  • Support for headaches, migraines, and TMJ tension

  • Improved circulation and lymphatic drainage

  • Reduced inflammation and faster recovery after workouts

  • Stress relief and a sense of deep relaxation

For some patients, gua sha also supports skin health and detoxification by increasing microcirculation and releasing metabolic waste.

Gua Sha vs. Massage

While both gua sha and Asian massage therapy offer relaxation and tension relief, gua sha provides deeper therapeutic effects by targeting fascia, circulation, and energetic pathways. At Core Meridian, gua sha may be combined with acupuncture, cupping, or infrared therapy to maximize results and address both symptoms and root causes.

Why Choose Core Meridian in Newport Beach?

  • Expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture, cupping, and gua sha

  • Personalized care tailored to each patient’s health goals

  • Boutique clinic setting in Newport Beach for a calm, restorative experience

  • Integrated approach blending Eastern wisdom with modern clinical insight

Book Your Gua Sha Appointment in Newport Beach

Experience the healing power of gua sha traditional Chinese medicine at Core Meridian. Whether you’re seeking relief from pain, stress, or muscle tension, our treatments provide a restorative and results-driven approach.

📍 Core Meridian Acupuncture – Newport Beach, CA
🌐 www.coremeridian.health
📞 949-302-0744

Discover how gua sha in Newport Beach can relieve tension, improve circulation, and help you feel stronger and more balanced from the inside out.