HOW TO DO HOT STONE MASSAGE AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HOT STONE MASSAGE?

Hot stone massage is a kind of massage method that performed using volcanic basalt stones and thermal heat of stones. These are volcanic stones chosen for massage, and they can hold heat for a long time. During the massage, the stones retain their heat and transmit heat to the chakra areas of the body. The places of stones are very important in this massage. The person who does the massage should select the right place on the pacient body to put stones. Otherwise, massage may not be so effective. Areas that warm up after the stones settle are supported by aromatherapy oils. With this practise of massage, kneading, squeezing, shaking, various pressures are performed, the area relaxes along with heat and quickly increases blood flow. Increased blood flow reaches more cells with the effect of temperature and in this way, oxygen reaches more cells.

Did you know that the history of hot stone massage dates back to China 2,000 years ago? Hot stone therapy was first used by therapist Mary Hanigan in 1991. It was used in many cultures such as India, Africa, Egypt and America. Hot stone massege has so many benefits. For example it relieves muscle and joint pain, reduces stress and anxiety, strengthens the immune system.

First of all hot stone massage has muscle and joint pain relieves property. It has been proven by many studies that heat benefits rheumatism, muscle and joint novices, chronic pain complaints. For this reason, athletes and patients with posture disorders usually prefer this type of massage very much.

Secondly, it reduces stress and anxiety. According to research, It proves that many massage therapies help you cope with stress. According to another research a 10-minute massage can strengthen cardiovascular responses. Thus, the mind relaxes, the muscles relax, stress and anxiety can not recur.

Thirdly, strengthens the immune system. Even a session of massage has been observed to have quite positive effects on immunity. Blood samples taken before and after the massage showed a decrease in a hormone that regulates blood pressure and water retention. Therefore, it is recommended for person with low immunity.

All in all there are many benefits of hot stone massage. Along with these, hot stone massage supports the excretion of toxins, accelerates metabolism, increases respiration, helps to release negative energy in the body and it is efficacious for balancing the energy. You should try this healing hot stone massage to feel better and healty.