What Is a Hot Stone Massage?
If you are ready for the ultimate in relaxation, and your body could benefit from a warm, soothing massage, a hot stone massage is an excellent option for you. A hot stone massage uses heated basalt stones that are smooth and warm. These stones are placed on important areas and pressure points on the body where tension and not tend to form such as your back, shoulders, legs, spine, and palms. It enables the massage to reach just a little deeper into your muscles, as the heat penetrates deep into your muscles and joints, helping your body and mind relax at a much deeper level.
When you visit Amazing Hands Day Spa for a hot stone massage session, you’ll be greeted in a calm, warm, private room designed for total relaxation. Soft music willl play and you will consult with your massage therapist about any areas of concern or focus for the session. The massage begins with the stones being placed on key points around your body. After allowing the warmth of the stones to seep into your pressure points and areas of tension, the therapist will use the stones along with more traditional massage strokes to allow your muscles and body to fully unwind. Our therapists apply gentle pressure and smooth, gliding strokes with the smooth warm stones. Tension will melt away, muscles will soften, leaving you feeling loose, light, and incredibly relaxed. A hot stone massage is perhaps one of the most relaxing massages, thanks to the perfect combination of warmth and pressure.
Benefits of a Hot Stone Massage
Get ready to relax, unwind, and refresh! A hot stone massage is the perfect fusion of heat therapy and traditional massage, allowing you to attain a deep muscle relaxation unlike any other. The warmth from the stones seeps into your muscles allowing tight areas to release and unfurl without applying intense pressure. For those suffering from chronic pain, stress, and muscle fatigue, the stress and anxiety relief that comes from a hot stone massage is unrivaled. The calming warmth of the stones and the full body relaxation techniques reduce cortisol levels so that you leave feeling fully refreshed and more grounded. Another advantage of a hot stone massage is improved circulation. Our bodies naturally respond to heat by increasing blood flow, so the oxygen and nutrients within your body move more efficiently, reducing inflammation and speeding healing. With the heat and warmth, hot stone massages are incredibly effective for those suffering from chronic pain such as fibromyalgia, arthritis, and lower back pain, as well as assisting the body in healing from injury or illness.
For the best hot stone massage in Mississippi, visit Amazing Hands Day Spa today!
