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Hot Stone Massage is a deeply relaxing and therapeutic treatment, which uses heated, smooth, volcanic stones. The stones have an extraordinary energy and with the right combination of heat, oil and an experienced therapist, the treatment is deeply relaxing.
The massage is a slow rhythmic, top to toe experience and generally lasts for 75 minutes. The long, slow, firm strokes performed allow the heat from the stones a greater chance to penetrate past the superficial tissues to reach deep muscle layers.
The heat from the stones increases blood flow to the area enabling deep muscular tension to be released. Like normal massage the pressure used is adjusted to suit your comfort level. You can request light, medium, firm or deep pressure.
The basalt stones we use are sourced from South America and were originally molten lava. Basalt, a composition of many minerals, is particularly high in iron, which is why the stones absorb and release heat extremely well.
Unfortunately Hot Stone Massage is not suitable for everyone.
Anyone who has a loss of touch or heat sensation, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Peripheral Vascular Disorder, Cancer, High Blood Pressure, is Pregnant or has suffered damage or trauma to the nervous system should avoid having a Hot Stone Massage.
Of course, it stands to reason that anyone suffering from an acute skin condition such as sunburn, psoriasis, skin cancer, burns, dermatitis, eczema, acne, shingles or herpes should also avoid a Hot Stone Massage.
Hot Stone Massage is a deeply soothing, holistic treatment, to balance the mind, body and spirit.
If you think you might like to try it check out our price list here.
