00f9bf7d_Injuries_Indicative_of_Abuse__Injury
[Ritual] These bruises, although they resemble strap marks, may actually be the result of the folk-medicine practice of Cao Gio (coining). In this practice, used to relieve symptoms such as fever, chills, headaches, and vomiting,the skin is massaged with oil and stroked with the edge of a coin until bruising occurs. It is believed that coining forces the bad wind  or noxious substance from the body. Normally, this practice should not cause undue concern about child abuse. [Country/Region/Ethnic Group] Vietnam Cambodia China Hmong people [Injury] 
Light linear bruising with petechiae, usually between ribs on both the front and back; also may be seen on the neck, both sides of the spine, or along the inner arms.
Injuries Indicative of Abuse
Injury