Hot Stone Massage Edmonton
is an age-old treatment with the addition of heat for a modern twist. Water-heated, smooth stones are placed strategically on the body on key points—with or without pressure—for the ultimate in relaxation and pain relief.
During a hot stone massage, the techniques of a regular massage are applied. However, the therapist also works with hot stones that are placed on specific parts of the body. The stones are smooth and flat and are usually made of the volcanic rock type called basalt.
These particular stones are chosen because they retain heat. Some massage therapists hold the stones in their hands and use them to massage. This allows the therapist to get deeper into the muscles without more pressure, helping their client to relax yet further.
Why is Hot Stone Massage so Effective?
Heat is a well-known natural pain reliever. If tension is behind an ache or pain, then heat can be enormously effective at releasing the tension and thus easing the pain. This is believed to be because when heat is applied to an area, the blood flow to that region increases.
What Conditions can Hot Stone Massage Help Resolve?
- Helps relieve muscle tension and pain. Heat has long been used to ease muscle tension and pain.
- Reduces stress and anxiety.
- Promotes sleep.
- May help relieve symptoms of autoimmune diseases.
- May help decrease cancer symptoms.
- May boost immunity.
Hot Stone Massage FAQ
No. Definitely not. Our therapist always holds the stones first before touching them to your body, which ensures that the temperature will not be too hot. However, everyone has their own comfort range. Be sure to speak up if the stones are too hot for you.
Our therapist will begin by applying soothing oil to your back and neck area, which allows the stones to glide smoothly along the muscles. You will lie face down on a specialist bed and our therapist will use the heated stones to massage the back. After the hot stones have relaxed the muscles, our therapist will use her hands to directly massage the skin.
The stones may be applied to rest on the skin once they have cooled to a suitable temperature.
It is best if you can give an accurate picture of your health and injuries on your health history form. This enables your therapist to design the most appropriate and effective treatment for you.
There is no requirement to have a referral to see a Registered Massage Therapist. Extended health care plans, and insurers may require a referral before you will be covered. You need to check with your policy to see if you need one to be reimbursed for the treatments.
