CONTEXT: Gua Sha, therapeutic surface frictioning that intentionally raises transitory
petechiae and ecchymosis, is a traditional East Asian healing technique also known as cao …

This article is based on research findings published by Nielsen et al.[2007a. The effect of
'Gua sha'treatment on the microcirculation of surface tissue: a pilot study in healthy subjects …

Context Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing art. In this pain-relieving method, the
fingers are used to press key acupuncture points on the skin surface that stimulates the …

Increase in tissue blood flow is one of the most acknowledged potential effects of massage;
however, actual research studies examining this phenomenon are inconsistent and …

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to clarify the sonographic features of the masseter
muscle as indices for judging the efficacy of massage treatment. STUDY DESIGN: Fifteen …

Therapeutic massage as a cancer pain intervention appears to be safe and effective.
Patients who receive massage have less procedural pain, nausea, and anxiety and report …

OBJECTIVE: Cervicogenic cephalic syndrome (CCS), a group of diseases, consists of
cervicogenic headache and dizziness. These symptoms may cause loss of physical function …

Massage therapies are widely used for improving and restoring the function of human
tissues. It is generally accepted that such therapies promote human health and well-being …

Background: Linforoll is a device composed of handpiece with roller and pressure sensor
connected wireless to the computer displaying the pressure curve of the applied force. In a …

Gua Sha is a traditional healing technique widely used in Asia, in Asian immigrant
communities, and by acupuncturists and practitioners of traditional East Asian medicine …