Hot Stone Massage
Whilst the modern Hot Stone Massage treatment as we know it was founded in Arizona, hot stones have traditionally been used for both practical and healing purposes by many cultures, for many thousands of years and all over the world.
The hot stones are volcanic basalt in origin. The powerful heat transferance ability of the stones promotes a meditative, sedative effect; both calming and deeply relaxing. During the treatment, the heat is conducted by blood circulation from the surface layer of the skin to deeper layers of muscle and tissue. The heat also increases the rate of circulation for both blood and lymphatic systems bringing about an increase in cellular metabolism. This increases the rate at which fresh nutrients and oxygen are brought to the cells and tissues whilst also increasing the rate at which blood and lymph is detoxified. As the treatment progresses, the heat penetrates deeper into muscle tissues and joints increasing flexibilty of both joints and muscles. Cold stones can be introduced for specific areas and requirements as they have a decongesting effect - they de-sensitise and soothe aching, inflammed muscle and tissue.
Hot stone massage goes beyond the physical experience of typical massage and enters into deeper dimensions of relaxation, health and well-being. The warmth of the heated stones penetrates deep into muscle and tissue to balance the nervous system like no other treatment. Described as pure bliss, this massage is considered to be 10 times more effective than normal massage.
Full Body, Face and Scalp - 1 hour 20 minutes - £40.00
Back and Back of Legs - 55 minutes - £30.00