A Hot Stone Massage will involve small, flat heated basalt stones being placed on a specific area of the body (back, chest, stomach, legs, hands or feet) while the massage therapist performs massage techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, kneading, vibration or tapping motions. 

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Benefits of having a Hot Stone Massage;

• Helps to relieve muscle tension and pain - by increasing blood flow to the area and using heat to reduce muscular tightness/spasms and increasing flexibility and range of motion around a specific joint 

• Helps to reduce stress and anxiety - through relaxation of the mind and body 

• Promotes better sleep - by clearing the mind and allowing a full sense of relaxation to occur

• Induces mental and emotional enjoyment and pleasure - through the release of endorphins and hormones

 

Hot Stone Massage Therapy will help those who suffer from; 

• Muscular pain

• Back pain

• Stress/ anxiety/ depression

• Insomnia

• Fibromyalgia 

• Poor circulation 

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Is a Hot Stone Massage right for me?

• Hot Stone Massage Therapy is not recommended for anyone with high blood pressure, varicose veins, decreased pain sensitivity, recent wounds, areas of weakened or inflamed skin, metal implants, recent chemotherapy, radiation or surgery or anyone on medication that thins the blood.

• If you think you may be pregnant, let your therapist know.

• If you have a serious medical condition you need to provide your therapist with a letter from your doctor confirming that the treatment is suitable for you.

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