Hot stone massage: how does it work, the process and benefits

1. Hot stone massage: how does it work, the process and benefits The article discuses the benefit of hot stone massage, the process involved, and how it works to alleviate from chronic as well as acute pain emanating from a range of conditions. It also explores where one can get the massage safely. As hot stone massage alleviates pain emanating from a range of ailments, including carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, arthritis, and other acute and chronic conditions, it has become hugely popular around the world. The stone massage acts as a bridge between cosmetic and therapeutic treatment, and thus, more and more people are seeking service of hot stone massage experts. How does it work? The therapy has its roots in the traditions of the Native Americans, who used warmed up stones, commonly using direct fire to relieve muscle pains. Modern hot stone therapy varies from the traditional method, and involves water-heated smooth pebbles—river battered basalt stones that

2. are rich in iron, and thus, retain heat—that are placed on the key points of the body. The placement of the stones is dubbed to increases the blood circulation, which along with a full body massage, relaxes muscles and relieves pain. The process of massage An authorised masseur, with certification from hot stone massage course, follow a standard process to massage. First, an electric heater is used to heat pre-sanitized stones in water. A precise temperature is attained, ranging commonly between 48 to 55 degree Celsius; between this temperature range, the stones remains harmless to skin but retain enough heat to transfer heat to the cluster of muscles, which needs healing. Once the precise temperature is attained, the therapist places the pebbles or stones on different points. The placement of the stones varies from person to person, as areas of muscle’s tension and the health history of a client are a factor in the placement of stones. However typically, they are placed along the spine, and in the palms of legs as well as hands. Benefits of pebble massage Reduces muscle spasms significantly and decrease pain even in joints Useful for relieving pain from chronic tension along with psychological pain Boosts flexibility of painful joints and thus aids substantially in increasing mobility and movement of joints in even in chronic problems like osteoarthritis. Sprained and strained muscles can be healed with supply of heat Where to one can get a hot stone massage? Many people claim to know hot stone massage, however, it is not that easy, as it seems. The best way to know about the competency of a masseur is enquiring about the experience and training. A number of certified schools offer hot stone massage course, which trains people about the anatomy of a body, massage methods for different types of pain, and necessary hygiene habits. It is recommended not to take service of non-certified professionals, as limited knowledge of massage can be harmful to some clients.