Stone Therapy
A back/shoulder and neck Stone Therapy Massage lasts 1 hour, which includes a consultation to ensure that it is safe to have the treatment. Certain medical conditions require the permission of a GP before a treatment can be done, other conditions may require the treatment to be adapted and in some cases it may not be appropriate to proceed with the treatment. During the consultation, a detailed account is taken of any medical conditions and what you wish to achieve from the treatment and a treatment plan is put into place. Aftercare advice is provided.
During a Stone Therapy Massage, the back, shoulders and neck are massaged with smooth volcanic basalt stones which are warmed, then massaged into the body, their gentle heat penetrating deep into the surrounding tissues and muscles. Essential oils are used if desired and the oil used and chosen will be depending on what is required from the treatment – for relaxation, to be uplifted etc. A plain carrier oil such as Almond Oil can be used if preferred.
Stone Therapy may:
- Relax the mind and body.
- Relax tight muscles.
- Relieve still joints.
- Encourage deeper and relaxed breathing.
- Induce feelings of calmness.
- Encourage sleep.
- Improve digestion.
- Improve the condition of the skin.
- Create feelings of well-being.
The effects of Stone Therapy are similar to Swedish Massage, but the application of hot and cold stones enters into deeper dimensions of relaxation, health and well being.
Aftercare Advice
In order to aid the healing process and to get the maximum benefit from the treatment, this advice should be followed for 24 hours after the treatment:
- Drink lots of water or herbal tea.
- Avoid drinks with caffeine.
- Eat a light meal.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol.
- Rest and relax.
- Moisturise skin after bathing.
- Avoid sunbathing or sunbed treatments unless all oil is removed.
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