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How do stones help in a Chinese medicine way?

How do stones help in a Chinese medicine way?


Stone Medicine utilises mineral energy with our body and is one of our favourite self-care tools for use at home or when travelling. Use stone Gua Sha tools or facial rollers for easy self-care! Gua Sha is also handy to help ease nausea, it’s not just for muscle tension and lymphatic drainage. Stone pendants, earrings, Gua Sha tools and rollers are available at the clinic and on our e-shop! 

How do stones help in a Chinese medicine way? 

  • Amethyst Quartz: Good for balancing spirit, enhancing overall Qi, meditative spiritual awareness and aura. Cools the skin and calms the mind.
  • Clear Quartz: Enhances Wei-Defensive Qi, Lung system and personal boundaries.
  • Rose Quartz: Warms Yang Qi and enhances circulation of Qi. 
  • Jade: Cools and strengthens. Offers protective Qi energy.
  • Tourmaline: Absorbs negative Qi and EMF energy.

References:

Franks, L., (2016). Stone Medicine: A Chinese Medicine Guide to Healing with Gems and Minerals. Vermont: Healing Arts Press.

Gienger, G., & W. Maier. (2009) Healing Stones for the Vital Organs. Vermont: Healing Arts Press.