What is Hot stone massage?
Hot stone massage is a type of massage therapy used to relax and ease tense muscles and damaged soft tissues throughout your body. Like all massage techniques, hot stone massage is a method for relieving soreness and relaxing tension in the muscles of the body.
This type of massage involves the use and placement of basalt River rock on different points of the body. The rocks are heated before use and the massage therapist can then apply deeper pressure to areas of concern without causing any discomfort.
The stones may be placed along your spine, on your chest, on your face, on your palms, on your feet and toes. Hot stone enhance the effects of the main massage, using heat to stimulate blood flow and relax muscles even further. It’s used to help you relax and ease tense muscles and damaged soft tissues throughout your body.
Hot stone therapy helps people who suffer from:
- Insomnia
- Fibromyalgia
- Stress
- Back pain
- Muscle pain
- Depression or anxiety
Benefits of hot stone massage
- Relieve muscle spasm, pain, tension & improve the muscle relaxation
- Improves blood circulation and flow of energy
- Releases toxins & improves skin appearance
- Significantly reduce stress & anxiety
- Helps in increasing joint flexibility
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Boost immunity
- Helps to promote better sleeps
- Helps to create a sense of comfort and warmth
