Stone Therapy

 

Hot Stone Therapy is a type of massage that uses specifically heated volcanic basalt stones of varying sizes. Combining the heated stones with swedish massage creates a deep relaxing and healing treatment.

It is an indulgent massage.  A treatment that has been practised in various forms thoughout the centuries.  Records show that the use of heated stones for healing is an ancient practice originating over 3000 years ago in the Far East.

This therapy redresses inbalances in your body the heat from the stones is said to help increase your heart rate and the regulate blood flow as well as helping to rid the muscles of toxic waste products, which build up from stress and bad lifestyle habits.

We sometimes use cold stones alongside the warm ones to further stimulate the circulation.  Cold stones ease conjestion, reduce inflamation and soothes irritation.  The alternative use of hot and cold stones cause your blood vessels to constrict and expand pushing blood and unwanted waste products through your body by increasing lymph flow.  The benefits of using hot and cold extremes of temperature are well known in the way that people use ice packs and saunas.

Hot Stone massage makes you feel deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the stress that is held within your body.  Book yours today for an amazing experience.

Hot Stone therapy can help if you suffer with muscular aches, pains, sprains and strains, poor circulation, rheumatic and arthritic conditions, fibromyalgia, MS, back pain, stress, anxiety and tension, insomnia and depresion.