What is Hot Stone Massage?

Hot Stone Massage is a very relaxing and calming treatment that uses heated volcanic stones alongside heated oil to penetrate to the belly of the muscle releasing tension and smooth the fibres.  This is a fluid massage with a moderate pressure.  The “no pain, no gain” motto does not hold true for this therapy with the heated stones promoting the flow of blood to tight and sore muscles, encouraging the healing process and the body to detox, whilst allowing the therapist to work deeply into the area without causing excessive discomfort.  This is a powerfully relaxing therapy, you may find that you drift into a blissed-out dreamy or meditative state, relaxing the mind as well as the body.

What are the benefits of a Hot Stone Massage?

Some of the benefits include:
  • Relieving muscular tension & stiffness
  • Aids pain relief
  • Reduces overall stress and anxiety
  • Promotes general relaxation
  • Improves joint mobility & flexibility
  • Encourages better circulation
  • Improves skin condition
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Stimulates the lymphatic system
  • Encourages balance in the digestive system
  • Improves sleep pattern
  • Increases energy levels

What is a Hot Stone Massage treatment like?

Natural basalt stones of various sizes and shapes from the Andes region of South America that have been smoothed round by rivers are heated in a caldera of hot water to bring them up to around 60 degrees C.  For the treatment clothing is removed (underwear not included, please leave that on) and the client will lie on the couch, towels are used to protect your modesty, and only the specific area being treated will be uncovered.  Some stones are placed with a towel between them and the skin, so that the heat can penetrate the muscles to relieve tension and pain.  Others are oiled and used in the therapist’s hands to massage the body directly, working acupressure points and opening energy lines.  Warmed oil is applied to the skin to ensure the stones flow without friction over the body, with the bonus of intensely hydrating the skin.  A 60 or 90 minute treatment is recommended for Hot Stone Massage.  A thorough consultation is conducted on your first visit to gain a full understanding of any conditions and discuss the most effective personalised treatment plan.  

What does a Hot Stone Massage blend with?

Treatments that blend well with Hot Stone Massage are:
  • ​Reflexology
  • Thai Foot Massage
  • Reiki

Aftercare Advice 

Massage is an aid to the body's natural mechanisms to release stress.  To gain maximum benefit from your treatment, it is advisable that you follow this aftercare advice for the next 12 hours.
  • Drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins; massage aids the removal of toxins from the body.
  • Avoid caffeine, alcohol or smoking; massage aims to aid the body’s natural detoxification process and these substances are counterproductive as they increase the levels of toxins in the body.
  • Avoid eating heavy meals because blood is diverted to the gut to help with digestion. Digestion will divert energy away from the healing process. Eat light meals such as fruit and vegetables.
  • Be aware of your posture.
  • Rest as much as possible in order to assist the healing process.
  • You may feel emotional, this is quite normal. 
  • You may experience a feeling of tiredness or fatigue following a massage. In rare cases, headaches may follow.  Increased urination is very likely after a Massage, make sure you stay well hydrated.  In very rare cases flu-like symptoms (runny nose, coughing) may be experienced, but these will be temporary as the body re-balances itself.  It will be replaced by a feeling of wellbeing!

Contraindications

Sharing is not caring.  Massage of any kind should not be carried out on clients with fever, contagious or infectious diseases as it can exacerbate symptoms and leave you feeling worse. Colds and Flu should not be shared, please be kind and reschedule your appointment for a later date. 
Please do not book a Hot Stone Massage if you:
  • have High or Low Blood Pressure
  • are Diabetic
  • have Heart Disease
  • suffer from Varicose Veins
  • get Migraines
  • have Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • have a decreased pain sensitivity including Neuropathy, Diabetes & Peripheral Vascular Disorder
  • have metal implants
  • are taking Blood Thinning medication
  • have had recent surgery or wounds
  • have a depressed immune system, including Lupus, Epstein Barr, Mononucleosis, HIV/AIDS, Cancer; anyone on Chemotherapy or Radiation treatments
  • have any dysfunction of the nervous system
  • currently have Sunburn, Psoriasis, Skin cancer, Burns, Dermatitis, Eczema, Acne, Shingles, Herpes, or any acute inflamed skin condition
  • suffer from Epilepsy
Clients with any form of cancer must obtain their doctor’s permission before having any kind of massage treatment.
Clients with cardiovascular disease, arthritis, epilepsy, diabetes or trapped nerves should always have a chat with their doctor first.
If you are or think you might be Pregnant, please check with your doctor or midwife and book a Pregnancy Massage.  
Duration
Price
30 minutes
£35.00
45 minutes
£50.00
60 minutes
£60.00
90 minutes
£80.00
120 minutes
£100.00

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