Guashatools.com. Modern Gua Sha Tools for the Rehabilitation Professional.
Gua sha is a Traditional Chinese Medicine technique practiced for over 2000 years. Our modern instruments provide anatomy specific shapes with a sensitive and comfortable treatment edge. Highly effective for any instrument assisted soft tissue technique.
Available to clinicians and motivated individuals since 2005.
Lifetime replacement guarantee.
Free shipping on all orders.
Made in the USA.
GOST-1
The pocket sized Guasha Orthopedic Soft Tissue Tool-1 or GOST-1 treats small body contours of the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, ankle, foot, face and jaw. Ideal for tendonosis affecting the lateral and medial elbow. A versatile tool, the GOST-1 treats myofascial trigger points anywhere on the body.
Use the GOST-1 to mobilize scar tissue. The GOST-1 shapes perfectly match the thenar and hypothenar muscles of the hand. Eliminate tenderness that persists following carpal tunnel release and other surgery or trauma where firm pressure and weight bearing on mature scar remains uncomfortable.
Once a scar is mature and no longer red, raised, or hypersensitive (approximately 12 weeks after injury) the tool is used to massage, soften and eliminate painful adhesions. Using a tool has the added benefit of protecting the clinician's hand.
.GOST-2
The larger edges of the GOST-2 make it ideal for treating the shoulder, chest, upper arm, calves and petite lower extremities.
A great tool for raising petechiae along the spine and back for traditional gua sha.
The unique treatment edge mobilizes soft tissues and efficiently raises petechiae with minimal effort.
Use the GOST-2 to mobilize fascia and improve tissue flexibility to eliminate painful conditions including plantar fasciitis. Complex cases requires Gua sha be used in concert with appropriate strengthening and stretching exercises to eliminate chronic soft tissue injury and pain and prevent recurrence.
GOST-3
The GOST-3 is our largest tool with a rounded treatment edge that resembles the profile of a fingertip. Comfortably apply firm pressure into large muscle groups and deeper layers of soft tissue. Also use the GOST-3 to provide a gentle treatment when soft tissue pain is pronounced. In this case the GOST-3 calms irritable soft tissues in preparation for a more aggressive and productive treatment.
The GOST-3 shapes match the largest contours of the lower extremity including the glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and hip flexors. Textured perimeter ensures a secure grip. The GOST-3 is thicker than the GOST-1 and GOST-2.
Increased rigidity combined with a rounded edge allow application of firm pressure to reach deeply into large muscle groups and soft tissues. Ideal for treating muscles involved in sciatica, as well as hamstring, quadriceps, and hip flexor strains and tendonosis.
Treating the hamstrings with the GOST-3
GuaSha Professional Series
The GuaSha Professional Tools feature the same great edge as the GuaSha Orthopedic Soft Tissue Tools 1 and 2 with the added benefit of an integrated handle.
A good choice when soft tissue mobilization treatment is prolonged, when providing treatment multiple times a day or when the clinician's hand is affected by overuse injury, arthritis, or ligamentous laxity.
Available to professionals and individuals who desire a clinic quality instrument. Lifetime replacement guarantee.
Above, the Professional Tool's handle eliminates lateral pinch to minimize stress on the user's thumb cmc joint. Pressure is directed into the user's palm while the fingertips rest lightly on the treatment blade for enhanced palpation of soft tissue.
Features
- Apply firm pressure without diminishing palpation
- Ergonomic design minimizes stress on thumb CMC joint
- Textured handle provides precise control and minimizes user fatigue
GP-1
The GP-1 is the best gua sha tool for small anatomical contours including the digits, radial and ulnar borders of the hand and wrist, Achilles tendon, and more. Ideal for mobilizing scar and soft tissue associated with injuries affecting the fingers including contracted IP joints secondary to scar, fracture, crush injury, volar plate avulsion, and prolonged edema. Apply over the dorsal aspect of tight PIP and DIP joints prior to PROM to increase circulation and tissue temperature and facilitate improved flexion.
GP-2
The GP-2 shapes match contours of the palm, forearm muscles, medial and lateral elbow, neck, ankle, foot, and more. Treat medial and lateral epicondylosis (tennis and golfer's elbow), Dequervains, and tendonosis affecting the FCR and FCU insertion at the wrist. Shapes match the hypothenar and thenar emminence of the palm. Mobilize mature scar to eliminate pain and improve flexibility following carpal tunnel release, Dupytren's release, and more.
GP-3
The GP-3 shapes target the upper arm, shoulder, calf musculature and more. A large rounded end works nicely for trigger points in larger muscle groups including the upper trapezius. An effective tool for eliminating myofascial pain and improving flexibility of the biceps and triceps, and deltoid. Treat tight paraspinal muscles involved in low back pain by placing the concave section over the spine and mobilizing both paraspinal muscles at the same time. Using a more gentle approach, both the GP-3 and GP-4 (below) provide effective retrograde massage to decrease swelling in acute cases.
GP-4
The larger edge on the GP-4 matches the muscular contours of the shoulder and chest. The GP-4 is the best gua sha tool for treating tight pectoralis muscles and fascia associated with shoulder impingement and thoracic outlet syndrome. Also treat larger triceps, and biceps, petite quadriceps, hamstrings and more. The GP-4 includes a flat shape that works well for raising petechiae along the spine and over myofascial trigger points affecting the rhomboids, levator, and other periscapular muscles.
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GuaSha Professional Tools protect the user's thumb and finger joints.
- Ideal for the clinician with ligamentous laxity, arthritis, or overuse problems affecting the hand
- Lightweight to minimize fatigue
- Shatterproof polycarbonate
- Easy to clean and safe for treating multiple clients
- Capable of treating the entire body
- Clinician designed
- Fully guaranteed. Return any tool within 60 days for a full refund
- LIFETIME replacement guarantee regarding defects in materials and workmanship
Protect your hands and improve palpation
GuaSha Professional tools direct force into the large, stable joints of the user's hand. Pressure is directed into the palm allowing finger tips to rest on the treatment blade to facilitate palpation.
Eliminate thumb CMC pain
The ergonomic handle eliminates lateral pinch and protects the vulnerable thumb CMC joint. The thumb joints rest in a stable and flexed position. Finger joints do not hyperextend - a common scenario when using jar lids, coins and other traditional flat profile tools.
Secure Grip
The textured handle decreases muscle fatigue and provides a secure grip even when hands become slippery from massage cream. The treatment blade is solid while the handle is hollow. This key feature reduces weight and minimizes fatigue, and more importantly, enhances and magnifies sensitivity.
Your hands will feel the difference
GuaSha Professional Tools fit perfectly in the hand, protect small joints, improve control, and enhance palpation.
Our Products
In comparison to common objects like spoons, coins, or bottle caps, our instruments are comfortable and provide a safe and consistent edge that is never sharp, always the desired shape, professional in appearance and easy on the user's hand.
Versus biological materials
Unlike animal horn or wood, polycarbonate resin is non-porous and does not soften when exposed to water. Therefore the tool can be thoroughly cleaned with soap and water. This feature ensures a safe instrument that can be used with multiple clients.
The shapes that can be achieved by carving biological material is limited. Modern manufacturing methods allow our tools to achieve the desired shape. In other words, one does not have to force the tool to fit the body.
Versus minerals
In comparison to jade or other minerals our instruments are lightweight to reduce fatigue and will not shatter if accidently dropped.
Versus metallic tools
Unlike metal, polycarbonate is a poor conductor of both heat and electricity. It is more comfortable than metal because it does not feel cold to the touch. Polycarbonate is lightweight reducing user fatigue. Polycarbonate tools are sensitive allowing one to palpate irregularities in soft tissue. Lastly, polycarbonate is durable. It is the layer of material used to make glass bulletproof and sunglasses shatterproof.
Gua Sha For the Athlete
Athletes use gua sha to relieve muscle soreness, improve flexibility and promote healing of chronic injury.
Athletes and clinicians use our products to maintain peak performance by addressing soft tissue problems before they become serious. The growing number of professional organizations that use our products include the Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Orioles, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Reds, Boston Red Sox, Golden State Warriors, Kansas City Royals, LA Clippers, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, Orlando Magic, Milwaukee Brewers and Minnesota Twins. GSO Tools are also used by members of the Professional Golfer's Association.
An Evidenced Based Approach to Gua Sha
Clinical Applications for Chronic Soft Tissue Pain and Dysfunction is the companion treatment manual for our tools. This 100+ page manual provides a tutorial for beginners and advanced technique for the seasoned clinician. Essential for client education, several color photographs are included demonstrating the normal appearance of petechiae.
From a Western medical perspective learn how gua sha eliminates pain and initiates healing. Be able to Intelligently discuss the physiological concepts that explain how the technique works.
Learn theory and effective treatment protocols for tendonosis, stubborn pain following trauma and surgery, scar mobilization and more.
Treatment Manual
- Learn the methodology for selecting cases appropriate for gua sha.
- Obtain consistent and repeatable results.
- Apply gua sha safely by learning contraindications.
- Add a valuable skill set to your manual therapy repertoire.
- Successfully integrate gua sha into your practice.
About the Author
Boston Marathon 2019
Mr. Lott's degrees include a BA in Biology from Hiram College and a combined MS and BS in occupational therapy from D'Youville College. Mr. Lott is a practicing occupational therapist and certified hand therapist with over 20 years experience. He sees clients in a regional upper extremity surgical and rehabilitation clinic in Akron, Ohio.
2016 Burning River 100
Matt's clinical practice, ultra marathon training and ability to find new and interesting ways to injure himself continues to provide the foundation for the successful application of gua sha. In addition to writing the treatment manual, Matt also designed the instruments found here.
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Customer Service
Products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Never hesitate to contact us at 330-573-5649 or 330-236-4963 if you have a problem. GuaSha Orthopedic Soft Tissue Tools and GuaSha Professional series tools are guaranteed to enhance the client's function and the clinician's efficiency. Any issues are addressed promptly and to your complete satisfaction. Should a GuaSha Professional or GuaSha Orthopedic Soft Tissue Tool become damaged, regardless of the cause or the length of time since purchase, it will be replaced free of charge.
Return Policy
Any GuaSha Orthopedic Soft Tissue Tool or GuaSha Professional Tool purchased at guashatools.com may be returned for a full refund to the address below. The reason does not matter. Your complete satisfaction is guaranteed or your money back. Please return your tools within 60 days of purchase to:
Matthew Lott
4786 Misty Brook Circle
Stow, Ohio 44224
Sorry, treatment guides are not returnable.
Never hesitate to contact us with questions or problems! Please contact us via email at nuthatchts@aol.com. Please contact us via phone at 330-573-5649 or 330-236-4963 during normal business hours: 8am to 5pm Eastern Standard Time. Contact via mail at our home office address listed above.
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Customer information is kept confidential and will not be shared.
Your order is shipped on the same or next business day. Please contact us if expedited shipping via FedEx is needed. Overnight shipping cost is approximately $50. Expect a fast delivery!
Products are available to customers in the US and Canada. Availability to European countries is currently limited while we explore obtaining a CE mark.
Customer Reviews
the BEST scraping tool available, look no further
I've been using this tool for the better part of 6 years, and by FAR it is the most superiorly designed soft tissue scraping tool that I've seen in 30. It's beveled edges are comfortable for the patient, yet is able to detect the connective tissue irregularities more precisely when working on an extremity. It's performance far exceeds the other tools (we all know what/who they are), and is my "go to" in any soft tissue work I need to do. I'm about to order my third GOST-1 (I have GOST 2 also) because of the nature of my work, some lucky clinic(s) has the other two I left there!
Director of Sports Medicine
I have utilized these GSO products at multiple institutions since 2011. My staff uses these tools to administer 15-20 treatments on a day in collegiate sports medicine facility. There is nothing out there that will get the same results. They provide excellent feedback to the clinician regarding tissue quality and the edges/contours provide superior mobilization of the tissue during treatment. Also, they are cost effective compared to multitude of other products on the market. Try these products and you will never go back to the others.
As a hand therapist, I like them more than ASTYM
I am a hand therapist and have used ASTYM tools. ASTYM are quite expensive to use (keeping certification and renting the tools). I bought these tools and several other types. I love these and am buying more today. I have been using them for about a year. I do not miss my ASTYM. I get the same results and they are a great addition to my practice.
My Favorite GuaSha Tools Of All Time
This set of GuaSha tools is my all time favorite. I had a particular PT that used this set and when I moved I had to track down the same set. Surprisingly it wasn't easy for me to find them, but once I did, I was back in GuaSha heaven. Great shapes and very durable. Great for the practitioner or individual. I highly recommend this set.
Perfect for Soft Tissue Injuries
After a severe ankle sprain my PT started using gua sha to break up scar tissue and improve healing. It worked so well that I learned how to do it myself. I used a spoon for a little while, but nothing compares to the GOST-1. The edges are perfect and the different corners make it easy to get into every nook and cranny. It's definitely worth the extra money.
GOST-1: Absolute Must Have for Runners
As a daily runner, one of the small prices I pay is a tender Achilles, Even with proper stretching and running form. The Gost-1 has completely fixed both of my tender Achilles issues. I have tried everything from The Stick to trigger point therapy , but nothing has solved the problem more than the Gost. My runner's tool for life! Thank you for a great product!
Thanks,
Matt
Thank you!!!
I love these tools. I am so impressed with the fast and consistent results I get with shoulder problems now that I am adding IASTM along with my chiropractic adjustments. It is no less than life changing for my patients. Thank you Matt!
Versatile and effective
I learned Gua Sha in 2011 and am still using these two tools. I am now ordering extras for my friends who do massage therapy, I want them to do my back. I am an occupational therapist working in Hand Therapy and I use my tools daily. No other brand has the right edge for our work. My compliments on an exquisite design.
Great set of tools
I have been using the professional set for about 5 years now and I am extremely satisfied with their function. I am a physical therapist in my 26th year of practice in a private sports med clinic. The tools have a great handle on each of them so you don't end up pinching them to hold onto them securely. The big half arc tool is used on quads, hamstrings, calves, adductors, hip with excellent results. They are easy to clean the professional case keeps them all in one place. I have actually had several pts buy individual tools for their own use at home and they love them. Highly recommend this set for doing your instrument assisted soft tissue treatments.
The following are customer reviews from our first store on ebay:
"If you love gua sha, these tools are worth having"
"Better than jade tools".
"So glad I found this item. I used it on the day I got it and ever since".
"Excellent tools. Very quick shipping. Guide is thorough".
"Great tool! Order now, you won't be sorry."
"I've been waiting for someone to build a tool like this. Great Product."
"Great tools, I use them every day."
"Great item, saves your hands when doing massage."
"Great tool for my clinic. Excellent results with scar remodeling."
"Items arrived quickly. They are a great asset to any type of manual therapy."
"Tools from the Gods. Thank you."
"Tools work great and are a must for PTs."
"Arrived almost immediately, I would recommend to anyone."
"Great tools! Very effective."
"I love these tools!"
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