Hot Stone Massage Orgin
There is no clear documentation of when hot stone massage originated. However, it is widely accepted that it was used in ancient times. For instance, Native Americans use to heat stones on a fire and then place them on the body. They believed that it was the best way to cure disease and illness. It is now thought that hot stone massage derived from this.
Stone Massage benefits the circulatory system, digestive system, muscular system, nervous system, lymph system and the intergumentary system.
Stone Therapy also called Geo-Thermo Therapy benefits the body in the following ways;
Circulatory System
- Improves oxygen supply to cells
- Improves the supply of nutrition to cells
- Eliminates metabolic wastes
- Decreases blood pressure
Muscular System
- Relaxes or stimulates muscles
- Strengthens muscles and connective tissue
- Keeps muscles flexible
- Relieves soreness, tension and stiffness
- Improves range of motion
Nervous System
- Stimulates motor nerve points
- Relieves restlessness and insomnia
- Promotes a sense of well-being
Lymph System
- Increases circulation of lymph fluid
- Removes metabolic waste
- Drains sluggish lymph nodes
Integumentary System
- Stimulates blood to better nourish the skin
- Improves tone elasticity of skin
- Normalizes gland functions
Geo-thermo Therapy
uses Basalt or volcanic stones to apply heat. This transmits information to the brain that there is a change in temperature on the surface of the skin. Not a large change but enough that the blood vessels dilate to allow more blood flow to the area. A slight sedation also takes place as the brain senses a warm, relaxed state of being.