Hot stone massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle
stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism. Each Hot stone massage
therapy session promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of
smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body.
Our professional massage
therapists also incorporate a customized massage, with the use of hot stones
which offers enhanced benefits. The premise behind hot stone massage therapy is
that the direct heat of the stones relaxes muscles, allowing the therapist
access to their deeper muscle layers. Combining hot stone protocols with a full
body massage provides a very healing and effective experience. The hot stones
also expand blood vessels, which encourages blood flow throughout the body. The
hot stones have a sedative effect that can relieve chronic pain, reduce stress
and promote deep relaxation.
Benefits of Hot Stone massage:
Muscle
Relaxation
The heat from the stones helps your muscles relax, allowing the
massage therapist to manipulate your deep tissues more effectively. Overly
tense muscles can hinder the massage procedure, so if your muscles are
extremely tight or stiff, the heated stones may provide the extra relaxation
you need for the massage to be beneficial in releasing tension and easing sore
muscles.
Pain Relief
While all
types of massage can help relieve pain caused by tense muscles, stiff joints or
injuries, a hot stone massage may provide greater relief due to the intense
nature of the massage. Because the hot stones allow the massage therapist to
penetrate deeper, you may find that a hot stone massage leaves you feeling
physically better than a Swedish or deep-tissue massage that does not
incorporate heat. It is important to let your massage therapist know if you
feel that the heat from the stones is too much or that the pressure he is using
is too harsh. Pain or discomfort during the massage process can cause more harm
than good after the massage is over.
Improved Circulation
Typically,
a massage therapist allows the heated stones to rest on trigger points in your
body before beginning the actual massage. As the heat from the stones
penetrates into your deeper body tissues, your blood vessels open, resulting in
improved circulation. Poor circulation can lead to fatigue, which tenses the muscles,
and a buildup of fluid and lactic acid in the muscles. Increased circulation
delivers more oxygen to the muscles, which can help ease aches and pains.
Mental
Benefits
Massage
therapy can result in mental benefits as well as physical ones in many people.
You may find that the relaxation afforded to you through a hot stone massage
helps ease some of your mental stress and tension. A hot stone massage may also
help you combat some of the symptoms of anxiety disorders and depression. While
massage therapy is not a substitute for traditional medical or psychiatric
care, it can be an integral part of your treatment plan.
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