Can you perform gua sha while taking a shower?
Disease description:
Planning to take a shower, but time is tight—I have a meeting soon. Can I do gua sha while showering?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Do not perform gua sha while bathing. After bathing, the skin becomes softer and more supple. Gua sha is a method used to unblock meridians and promote circulation, but it may cause minor trauma to the skin, mucous membranes, cells, and capillaries. Therefore, it's generally recommended to wait at least 8 hours after bathing before performing gua sha. After gua sha, the pores in the local skin area are open and should not be exposed to wind or cold. Bathing can further enlarge the pores and alter the external temperature around the skin, potentially leading to physical discomfort.
