In the entire history of massage therapy there has been a great deal of discussion about what type of massage is the most relaxing, therapeutic, or just luxurious. For my money Hot Stone Massage is the most luxurious massage you can get anywhere. Also known as Warm Stone Therapy, Therapeutic Stone Massage, River Stone Massage, or even Hot Rock Therapy, this full-body massage technique may be the ultimate in relaxation massage.
The name "Hot Stone Massage" comes from the use of smooth basalt stones that vary in size from about the size of a golf ball to the size of a computer mouse. When the stones are being used in massage they are heated well above body
temperature then lubricated and applied to the client's body in long flowing massage strokes similar to those used in Swedish Massage. The penetrating heat of the stones and the pressure of the strokes softens connective tissues and fascia and radiates into all of your muscles causing stress, tension, and anxiety to melt away leaving you relaxed with enhanced feelings of well-being.
In addition to being very relaxing and almost sinfully luxurious, Hot Stone Massage also has a number of very healthy benefits. Hot Stone Massage is great for reducing unhealthy stress, and improving the overall circulation of both blood and lymph. When combined with trigger point therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, or deep tissue massage techniques, Hot Stone Massage is great for relieving pain. Also, many people receiving Hot Stone Massage report sleeping more restfully for several days after receiving the massage!
Although many people think of Hot Stone Massage as a toasty treat on a cold day, Hot Stone Massage is great anytime! On a cool winter's day, Hot Stone Massage warms you through and through. On a hot summer day, Hot Stone Massage in a cool massage room is a great release to help you beat the heat.
I'm sure you'll love a fabulous Hot Stone Massage from the first time you get one. If you want to get yours check with a licensed massage therapist or Day Spa near you to get your Hot Stone Massage. You'll be glad you did.
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Author Bio
Lydia Hernandez is a Licensed Massage Therapist, and Neuromuscular Therapist in San Antonio, Texas. Her practice is dedicated to relieving stress and pain through the use of massage therapy. See her massage website LydiasMassage.com
