Peak Wellness LLC Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine in Gardnerville, Nevada

Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing at Peak Wellness

Gua Sha 

Gua Sha Therapy for Neck and Back Pain Relief

Gua Sha (pronounced gwah-shah) is a time-honored healing technique from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), used for centuries to treat tension, inflammation, and pain—especially in the neck, shoulders, and back. The term comes from two Chinese words:

“Gua” – to scrape
“Sha” – the reddish marks that may appear on the skin after treatment, signaling the release of stagnation.
Unlike modern tools, Dr. Jenna uses the traditional Chinese soup spoon, a smooth porcelain implement historically used in homes across East Asia. This gentle scraping technique increases blood circulation, promotes lymphatic drainage, and supports the body’s natural healing response.

What Can Gua Sha Help With?
Chronic neck and shoulder pain
Muscle tension and stiffness
Inflammation and stagnation
Headaches and migraines
Stress-related tension
Boosting immune function
A Traditional Practice with Modern Benefits
For centuries, tools like soup spoons, animal bone, jade, or even coins were used in Gua Sha as accessible, effective instruments. Today, Dr. Jenna honors this history by integrating traditional techniques with a modern clinical understanding of the musculoskeletal system and holistic wellness.

At Peak Wellness, Gua Sha is offered as a natural, non-invasive therapy to help restore balance, improve circulation, and promote overall well-being.

Cupping

Cupping is an ancient technique, used in many cultures, in which a special cup is applied to the skin and held in place by suction. The suction draws superficial tissue into the cup, which may either be left in place or moved along the body. Cupping brings fresh blood to the area and helps improve circulation. Traditional cupping, sometimes referred to as “fire cupping," uses heat to create a vacuum-like suction inside of glass cups. In modern times, cups that use a small pump to create suction have also been introduced.

Qigong

Qigong means "life energy cultivation" and is traditionally seen as a method to cultivate and balance qi. The practice involves rhythmic movement, focused breathing, and concentrated awareness. Qigong is a safe and gentle meditative exercise that promotes healing of the mind and body.

Comprehensive Labs in Integrative Medicine

At Peak Wellness, we believe that understanding the full picture of your health is essential to creating effective, personalized care plans. Comprehensive lab testing plays a vital role in integrative medicine by providing detailed insights into your body’s unique biochemical and physiological functions.

These advanced labs go beyond standard testing to assess areas such as hormone balance, nutrient levels, mineral status, inflammation markers, gut health, and more. Mineral testing, in particular, helps identify imbalances that can impact energy, immunity, and overall wellbeing. By combining this information with holistic therapies, we can identify root causes, track progress, and tailor treatments to support your body’s natural healing processes—empowering you to achieve optimal wellness.