The Benefits of Hot Stone Massage
Induces a state of deep relaxation
- It stimulates the circulatory system and promotes self healing
- Warm tendons relax faster and stretch further
- It Increases range of motion
- Helps to soften and relax the muscles
- Helps to relieve pain and muscle spasms
- Creates a feeling of peacefulness and spiritual well being
- Significant stress reduction Detoxification of the body
- Heat may help to regulate digestion, speed up metabolism and speed up weight loss
- Improves the metabolic rate
- In many cases. warm treatment instantly soothes PMS-related symptoms
- May case bloating caused by water retention
- May provide relief of chronic or temporary back and neck pain
- Instant relaxation of tight and sore muscles
- Heated stones gently and slowly elevate the body temperature
- Warm temperature helps to expand capillaries
- Warmth Improves blood circulation and Increases the body's energy reserve
- Balances and soothes the autonomic nervous system allowing the client to rest and relax
In many ways a stone massage session is similar to any other type of massage. The stones are heated (usually to about 130"F or 34°C) prior to the client’s arrival. Massage oils are spread on the client's back and legs. The stones are then worked over the body. The client turns over and the process is repeated on the arms, hands and fingers. The final parts to be massaged are the neck, head, and face. The massage therapist can use the hot stones to massage deeply into muscles. The deep penetrating heat draws blood into an area, increasing circulation and creating an extremely relaxed state. As the stones glide over the muscles, tensions melt away. Penetrating heat radiates into muscles to provide stress reduction, deep relaxation and relief from physical pain. Heated stones can be placed on specific body parts to gently warm and soothe. Cold stones are placed wherever the client feels pain or inflammation. This one-of-a-kind treatment addresses physical, mental and spiritual well being.