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Since olden
times, stones have been used in the Far East to relieve bodily ailments.
For centuries, the Chinese have used hot stones to soothe muscular pain;
the Japanese have been placing warm stones on the abdomen to aid
digestion. It's only quite recently that the United States and Europe
have been catching up, and hot stone therapy has become the
fastest-growing wellness treatment in these regions.
Hot stone
therapy can provide relief from several health problems, including
muscle aches and strains, fibromyalgia (several tender points all over
the body), back pain and insomnia. It also improves blood circulation
and reduces tension, anxiety and depression.
How does
Hot Stone Therapy Work ?
In hot stone
therapy, warm river rocks are placed on certain parts of the body. The
heat penetrates into the muscles to remove pain and discomfort, and the
warm sensation provides almost immediate relaxation. A treatment usually
takes about 15-20 minutes. Hot stone therapists may also use the stones
to perform long, soothing massage strokes for deeper relaxation. Hot
stone massage harmonizes the body, promoting a sense of balance and
wellbeing.
The same
river rocks can also be used cold. Cold stone treatment can minimize
inflammation from muscular injury and sedate the nervous system, easing
tension and tautness.
" The heat
penetrates into the muscles, removing pain and providing almost
immediate relaxation."
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