There are many modalities of massage. One of my favorite to do and receive a Hot Stone Massage. So what exactly is a Hot Stone Massage.
Hot Stone massage is a modality that uses stones that are heated and placed on the body. Usually along the meridians of the body. The stones are used to help the muscles to relax with the use of them. Stones tend to hold in heat for a long period of time than hot moist towels. This type of massage is for relaxation as well as deep tissue massages. The benefit of using heated stones, it helps the muscles relax before the therapist works on them. The stones come in all shape and sizes. Each stone has a specific uses such as doing deeper muscle work without hurting the client or harming the muscles. The heat from the stones is a very relaxing. Not only does it allow the therapist to go deeper and the client is enjoying the relaxing feeling as well as balance their chakras and energy paths.
When the weather is cold, a Hot Stone Massage is very luxurious and a nice pampering.
Hot Stone massage is a modality that uses stones that are heated and placed on the body. Usually along the meridians of the body. The stones are used to help the muscles to relax with the use of them. Stones tend to hold in heat for a long period of time than hot moist towels. This type of massage is for relaxation as well as deep tissue massages. The benefit of using heated stones, it helps the muscles relax before the therapist works on them. The stones come in all shape and sizes. Each stone has a specific uses such as doing deeper muscle work without hurting the client or harming the muscles. The heat from the stones is a very relaxing. Not only does it allow the therapist to go deeper and the client is enjoying the relaxing feeling as well as balance their chakras and energy paths.
When the weather is cold, a Hot Stone Massage is very luxurious and a nice pampering.