Hot Stone Massage

Benefits of Hot Stone Massage

• Alleviate Pain - Heat therapy is well known for its ability to soothe and relax sore or damaged muscles. It works by increasing circulation and blood flow to the area where the stones are applied, which in turn leads to the healing of damaged tissue. Increasing the temperature of the afflicted area can also soothe an individual’s discomfort and increase muscle flexibility.
• Reduce Stress - Numerous studies have shown that massages can relax the participant, reduce stress and anxiety, and even lower blood pressure. Adding additional heat and gentle pressure of the hot stones can deepen these effects.
• Improve Joint Flexibility - Heat warms up and loosens the muscles, joints, and surrounding tissues. In turn, flexibility is increased. This is why athletes and gym-goers warm up prior to working out. Warming up the body improves their flexibility and reduces their risk for injury. The same goes for a hot stone massage.
• Reduce Tension and Muscle Spasms - Tense muscles, especially those that spasm, can cause a lot of pain and even interrupt regular activities. The solution is to reduce the inflammation and tension within the skeletal muscles; and as previously mentioned, getting a massage, and adding hot stones into the mix, can promote relaxation throughout your muscles and joints which will reduce both pain and spasms.
• Improve Your Sleep - People aren’t joking when they say they may fall asleep on the massage therapist’s table. Massage alone is enough to put the body in a super relaxed state, add heat therapy and you have the perfect combination for a serious nap. This effect carries over into the night when it is time to go to sleep. Many individuals report getting a better night's sleep (longer or deeper sleep) after receiving a massage; and those who get a massage regularly see this benefit nightly.