I'm sure that more than once you have heard about stone massages, but... have you ever dared to try them?

They say that whoever receives a stone massage gets hooked and can not stop repeating ... not in vain is one of the most demanded treatments in recent years, but until that time comes and you decide to enjoy one, you may be gnawing doubts, so here is Sparelajarse to tell you all the benefits that can bring you this type of treatment.

Although stone massage, or geothermal therapy, has only relatively recently become known for its relaxing effects and health benefits (after Mary Nelson created 'The Stone Therapy' in 1993), the truth is that this technique of oriental origin is millenary.

Stone massage therapy allows combining massages with the use of stones (hot, cold or both combined) in order to achieve muscle relaxation and energy flow through the body to relieve physical and, they say, emotional blockages.

The stones are distributed strategically to achieve the objective sought in the session (either to reduce pain, relax muscles, or reduce stress ...) and are used at different temperatures, which can range from 47-50 degrees for the hot ones and 6 or 8 for the cold ones. Once placed, the masseur will use them to make pressure or to massage by sliding them over the body and using essential oils. Can't you feel how you relax just by imagining it?

For hot stone massages, basalt stones are usually used. This type of stone (mostly of volcanic origin) has a higher iron content than other types of stones and, in addition, retains heat longer, which are released slowly. Because of these characteristics, it is believed that they could provide more benefits.

However, for cold stone massages (or for the phases of the massage in which cold stones are used), the masseur can count on river pebble stones, which contain minerals such as zinc and phosphorus, materials that can have beneficial effects to improve the appearance of the skin or with marble stones, whose properties include maintaining very cold temperatures that help create a contrast effect.

Have you ever had a sprain treated by recommending contrast baths in which you alternate bathing the joint in hot water and then in very cold water? Alternating hot and cold stones during treatment, so as to create a contrast of temperatures can be a great idea when it comes to treating muscle and joint pain due to chronic ailments (although hot stone massages are not exactly indicated in this ligament injury, because the massage is more complicated, less effective and more unpleasant in areas of the body where bones protrude...such as the ankles.

When it comes to treating muscle and joint pain due to chronic ailments (although hot stone massages are not precisely indicated in this ligament injury, due to the fact that the massage is more complicated, less effective and more unpleasant in areas of the body where bones protrude...such as the ankles.

But the stone treatment is not only relaxing, it can also help you improve your health and alleviate some physical (and emotional) ailments.

 

The benefits of stone massages

When you receive a stone massage, the mere fact of feeling how the stones glide over the body, combined with the gentle pressure exerted by the masseur causes a deep relaxation and, consequently, the reduction of stress levels. And once more relaxed and with less stress... the quality of sleep soars. Come on, you're going to come home as if you were floating on a cloud and to sleep like a baby.

In addition, the temperature at which the hot stones are applied favors blood circulation, so another benefit of stone massages is to reduce chronic pain, especially bone, and muscle, due to the action of heat:

The blood flow in the area increases and this helps to reduce muscle spasms and reduce inflammation, which is what causes pain. If cold stones are then used to create a temperature contrast, the vasoconstrictive action of the cold will not only contribute to recovering body temperature but will help tonify the muscles.

But in addition, one of the effects of sliding the stones over the skin while applying pressure is to relax not only the mind, but also stiff and sore joints and muscles, while reaffirming the tissues and improving the condition of the skin.

The high temperatures at which the hot stones are applied also have the effect of making you sweat, so another of the benefits you can get if you decide on one of these massages is to eliminate toxins... while you rest. Who can give more?

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And if all this were not enough, it also relieves menstrual discomfort. Have you ever used a hot water bottle or a sachet of seeds to reduce pressure or pain during menstruation? The uterus is also a muscle and therefore the pressure, the weight, the effect of the sliding of the stones on the skin and the temperature can be of great help to feel better.

 

 

For whom are stone massages for?

That's one of the best news we have for you: almost everyone can enjoy stone massages and take advantage of their benefits (although you'd better heed the advice we give you here and not bring a stone from your vacation by visiting a volcano for it... just in case of superstitions)

That said, although it is a treatment that almost everyone can enjoy, it is best to consult with your doctor beforehand, especially if you have a major ailment or a muscle or bone injury that could be more serious than it seems.

And once you are clear that there is nothing to prevent you from enjoying the hot stones, make sure that the massage is performed by professionals who know the technique to be as effective as possible and above all to avoid problems that could ruin the experience as burns.

 

What are the contraindications of stone massages?

The truth is that although we would love to tell you that yes... not everything can be solved or alleviated with stone massage (although, as you have seen, it has a number of benefits to explore).

What's the truth?

However, if you have hemorrhagic disorders, are undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy, skin burns or have had surgery for less than 6 weeks, stone massage is not recommended.

Also, if you have hematomas, cuts, burns or scrapes it is better to wait until they are healed to opt for a massage with stones, to avoid the temperature to make the experience unpleasant or even that it can cause an infection to penetrate the injury essential oils that are applied.

And if you have respiratory conditions, such as cold, flu or any of its symptoms, we also advise you to postpone the treatment until you are fully recovered, because besides being able to transmit viruses to the professionals who will give you the massage, this type of condition causes difficulty in controlling body temperature, so the experience might not be very pleasant.

 

If you are in one of these cases, here you will surely be able to find the treatment that best suits you to take care of yourself inside and out.

If not, don't think twice and book the next luxury you're going to treat yourself to.

Which one of the centers on our website are you going to choose to try it out?

 

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