Hot stone massage is one of the most relaxing and comforting massage treatments around and eases muscle tension to a deep level through the use of heat and pressure. The heat of the stones allows the muscles to relax 4-5 times quicker than in a standard body massage and really penetrates the muscle tissue for an amazingly deep massage.
Smooth, basaltic (volcanic) rocks are heated in water to a temperature of between 125 and 135 degrees. Some stones are then wrapped up and placed on energy centres (chakras) along the body to align and rebalance the body’s energy flow, whilst other smaller stones are used by the therapist to perform a body massage.
Stone massage therapy has been used by many different cultures for many years. Stones from river beds were either cooled by the water, or heated in a fire and placed on the body to relieve points of muscle tension or aches and pains.Modern day therapists apply the same techniques for a deeply relaxing massage designed to work on muscle tension at the deepest level.
The benefits of hot stone massage include:
* Improved circulation
* Increased lymphatic drainage (toxin removal)
* Improved blood flow to tissues
* Excellent for reducing muscular tension
* Relieves aches and pains
* Reduces stress and anxiety
* Deep relaxation
Hot stone therapy can be used for a variety of ailments, or simply for a deep level of relaxation, and is particularly effective for: muscle tension, rheumatic or arthritic conditions, Multiple Sclerosis, back pain, nervous conditions and stress and anxiety.
You will feel so deeply relaxed after this treatment, make sure you keep the rest of your day free to really enjoy the benefits!
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the heat of the stones used, this treatment is NOT suitable for anyone who suffers from:- heat sensitivity (e.g. prickly heat), very sensitive skin, high blood pressure, decreased sensitivity to temperature, circulatory disorders, heart conditions, and also during pregnancy.
Contra-indications to traditional massage also apply to this treatment.
A contra-indication is something that would prevent you from having a treatment due to the risk of damaging your health. Contra-indications to massage (all types) are as follows:
High blood pressure (hypertension) – Thrombosis / embolism (blood clots) – Heart conditions / pacemaker – Infectious disease or skin condition – Undiagnosed lumps or swellings – Cancers – Undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy
Other conditions may require your doctor’s approval before treatment can be safely carried out – please contact us if you require further information.
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