Hot Stone Therapy

Hot stone massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism. Each session promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body. I 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. Cold stone therapy can also be incorporated into the treatment if acute injuries and inflammation present. Cold Stones stimulate the nervous system and draws away blood and waste from the blood vessels while decreasing swelling.

Hot Stone Therapy:

• Provides relief from pain associated with fibromyalgia, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other chronic conditions
• Decreases pain and muscle spasms
• Reduces chronic stress and tension
• Increases flexibility in joints, aiding in easier mobility and movement
• Relieves pain and tension created by strained and contracted muscles
• Decreases menstrual pain
• Decreases tension headaches

Cold Stone Therapy :

• Any local swelling, inflammation or redness
• Acute injuries
• Tension headaches
• Sinus congestion
• Tone and stimulate the body