This treatment can promote deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body. Heated stone massage therapy relaxes muscles, allowing the therapist access to their deeper muscle layers. This is a very healing and effective experience. The heated stones also expand blood flow throughout the body. The heated stones have a sedative effect that can relieve chronic pain, reduce stress and promote deep relaxation. Chilled stones can be placed to help reduce inflammation in areas.
Benefits of Heated Stone massage Many people find massage immediately calming and relaxing. Massage reduces levels of cortisol (a stress-inducing hormone) while increasing other hormones (including dopamine and serotonin) which have a positive effect on wellbeing.