Hot Stone Therapy
What is Hot Stone Massage?
Hot Stone Massage dates back to over 3000 years ago in ancient India and China, and more recently to the North American Indians living in the southwest states. The traditions and healing rituals in which the stones were used includes laying the stones in patterns on the body, carrying or wearing the stones for health and protection or using the stones in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Heated stones were used to ease various kinds of discomforts.
More recently, the concept of Hot Stone Therapy is not only used in body massage but also in many other applications. The Hot Stone Therapy is thriving today in many healing centers and spas throughout North America, Europe, and is catching on fast in other parts of the world.
Basalt is the most common type of igneous rock used in hot stone massage. These stones were formed from volcanic eruptions and smoothed with time. These rocks are dark in color, are high in specific gravity and have the ability to acquire, hold and emanate a consistent and soothing heat for long periods of time.
In Cryotherapy, the cold stones can be used to reduce damaged or puffy areas where there is a build up of fluid and inflammation. It is great for puffiness under the eyes, sinuses or post –extraction procedures, where it will help to increase microcirculation and metabolism of the tissues.
Pregnancy, High Blood Pressure, Cardiac Patients, Geriatric clients or anyone sensitive to heat or having auto-immune system challenges ( Cancer not in remission, Lupus, Epstein Barr, Hodgkin’s Disease Mononucleosis, HIV / AIDS) are contraindicated to this treatment as well as clients with Burns, Psoriasis, Skin Cancer, Dermatitis, Eczema, Acne, Shingles, Herpes, or any acute skin condition.
Benefits of Hot Stone Application:
- Increases the red and white blood cells by providing oxygenation
- Increases cell metabolism
- Diaphoretic – speeds up waste removal (improves filtration of liver and kidneys)
- Increases circulation to organs
- Improves visceral tone (internal organs of the body)
- Helps metabolic rate (burns calories)
- Induces deep relaxation, and is sedating to central nervous system
- Energetically – moves energy and rebalances the body
- Releases pain, chronic and muscle spasms and increases joint mobility
- Improves skin texture to entire body
- Strengthens yin (organs)
- Reduces excess yang (tension in soft tissues and meridians)
- Causes vasodilatations (increases the blood flow around the body)
- Increases the lymphatic drainage (boosts the immune system by cleansing and eliminating of toxins)
- Induces perspiration
Skin Unique Inc. always includes customized
blends of amazing genuine essential oils to
further enhance this already incredible
treatment - all for the same price!
Back and Neck Hot Stone Massage $ 65
Two-Hour Hot Stone Massage $129
Hot Stone Manicure, Pedicure, Facials,
and Reflexology also available
Disclaimer:
This web site was created for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for any medical advice or treatment, nor is it intended to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease. If you have a medical condition, please consult your doctor.