A hot stone massage is an alternative medicine massage therapy involving the placement of a number of heated flat stones to the body to help with pain relief and relaxation. 

 

The gentle pressure from the stones, accompanied by a massage, relieves tension in the targeted areas. The heat from the stones allows us to very slightly increase the pressure of your massage, relieving aches and pains you may suffer from. It can also help to relieve aching joints of people who deal with arthritis. This aids with deep tissue massage techniques.

 

Some of the benefits include: 

• Improved circulation

• Sensory nerves are soothed which promotes relaxation and well-being

• Relieves tension

• Softens and moisturizes the skin 

• Helps to restore and balance the body’s energy flow (chakra).

 

Cold stones can also be used if requested, which can help to reduce pain and swelling, firm and tighten the skin. Cold stone massage is an equally effective physical therapy technique for relieving pain and discomfort whilst promoting relaxation.

 

Cold stone massage therapy includes chilling smooth stones on ice and gently placing or rolling them over the face, neck and/or other areas of the body. When cold stones are placed on the skin, it causes narrowing of the blood vessels. When they are removed, the blood vessels dilate, bringing fresh blood and oxygen to that area, which increases circulation. 

 

This can be used for Sports Therapy or as a nice relaxing treatment.