What is hot stone massage and what are the benefits?

Our most requested treatment is a hotstone massage at home. This massage can be done at home by many of our clients. Hot stone massage has so many benefits, we recommend that you try it. This is a wonderful way to relax, release tension and find balance.

What's hot stone massage?

Hot stone massages use heated stones, as the name implies. Healingstonesmassage therapists prefer to use heated river stones and lava shells because they retain heat extremely well.

The therapist heats the stones to approximately 45-50 degrees Celsius before starting the massage. Professional therapists ensure that the temperature is consistent and perfect. The stones will not be heated in a microwave or any other heating method as it would cause uneven or inaccurate temperatures.

There are many hot stone massage techniques. Some will be more effective than others, depending on the therapist. The stones are generally placed in certain areas of the body, which can be guided anatomically or by energy points that aid flow and balance. The therapist may also place the stones on the body to perform Swedish Massage techniques such as rolling, kneading and long, smooth strokes.

Hot stone massage is good for you?

Many people love the sensation of a hot stone massage. People report feeling less pain and less tension. Although it seems hot stone massage is beneficial, more research is required to determine why. While some benefits of Hot Stones Massage are unique, others are thought to be due to the many benefits of massage.

Top 10 Benefits of Hot Stone Massage in Kodiak

The benefits of hot stone massage are varied and can be personalized. These are our top ten:

1. It is both comforting and relaxing.

You'll see why hot stones are so relaxing and comforting if you think of how warming it feels to be surrounded by warmth on a cold day. It's almost like being embraced deep into your soul. It's like being 'home'.

1. Heat aids in depth

One of the main benefits of hot stones is the heat that penetrates the body. This allows for many of the same benefits as massage, but at a deeper level. This allows for intense muscle relaxation, which allows the massage therapists to work more deeply without having to apply the same pressure as they would in a deep tissue massage.

1. Pain relief and tension reduction

Heat is a natural pain reliever. Heat can be extremely effective in relieving tension and pain. It is thought that heat increases blood flow to the area being treated. It can relieve spasms, allow a joint or muscles be gently flexed, and help regain mobility and movement.

1. Stress and anxiety relief

Research has shown that massage, including hot stones massage, can reduce anxiety and stress. It is fascinating to discover why. Massage stimulates many processes. Massage can stimulate many processes that reduce anxiety and stress. The'stress hormones' cortisol and norepinephrine are also reduced.

1. Aids to sleep

A hot stone massage can help you fall asleep deeper and more restful. One study found that massage can be particularly helpful in relieving insomnia in postmenopausal females. Although more research is needed to determine the benefits of hot stones massage for sleep, it seems to promote restful sleep in all those we know.

1. Immune boosting

Many of the same techniques that are used in Swedish massage can also be used in Massage in Kodiak. It is amazing to see how Swedish massage can positively impact your immune system even after one session. It is amazing to know that massage can increase immunity.

1. Chronic pain management

Massage can bring about tangible improvements for people suffering from chronic pain conditions such as Fibromyalgia. Science has shown that the lower levels in substance P are responsible for the body partially transmitting pain signals. Other research also showed that people suffering from painful Rheumatoid arthritis have experienced less pain.

1. Management of cancer

The combination of Swedish massage and hot stone massage has been proven to help patients with cancer manage their symptoms. A caring massage can help patients to manage their symptoms of cancer.

1. Get rid of toxins

Hot stone massage practitioners believe that this massage has many benefits. It can draw toxins to your skin and then eliminate them by the body's natural sweating process. This results in a radiant glow.

1. Self-healing

Hot stone massages can help restore balance, whether it's due the balance of energy flow or another lesser-known process in the body. Many people feel that it aids with self-healing.

Aftercare Hot Stone Massage

We recommend that you follow our aftercare advice if you've had a hotstone massage. Drink plenty of fluids, as heat can make you sweaty and dehydrated. Flushing water through your body is a great way to manage the movement of toxins.

When you are having a hot stone massage, tell the therapist how hot the stones are. Pregnant women, those with diabetes, high blood pressure or on medications that thin the blood, should not use hot stone massage.