Posted on August 16, 2007 in Latest News
Hot stone massage therapy is in which therapists use smooth, heated stones. Usually they use basalt, a black volcanic rock that soaks and holds heat well. This massage provides a deep soothing effect and also helps in relaxation. The heat that is used in this massage helps in releasing tight muscles.
In this massage they apply basalt stones of different sizes which are heated in water. They place the stones on the different key points of the body. They give a deep massage which creates a sensation of warmth and comfort. The direct heat of the stones on the body helps in relaxation of the muscles.
What Happens During a Hot Stone Massage?
The massage therapist washes and heats the stones in water which is about 120 to150 degrees.The therapist will be ready with the stones before you enter the massage center.
The therapist uses traditional strokes of Swedish massage using a heated stone. Once the stone cools down the therapist will put another hot stone.
There are times when the therapist will leave heated stones in certain points. They will keep it on your spine, or in the palms of your hand, or even between your toes to improve the flow of energy in your body.
They use cold stones if you have inflammation or muscle injury.
Benefits
Hot stone massage will help in the following ways
• Muscular aches, pains, sprains and strains which are caused due to physical stress.
• Poor blood circulation
• Rheumatic and arthritic conditions
• Fibromyalgia
• Multiple sclerosis
• Back pain
• Stress, anxiety, tension and Depression
• Insomnia
