Hot and cold stone massage
This massage consists of using basalt stones all over the body (stones heated to around 50 degrees), and are alternated with cold stones (marble, rock crystal, jade).
This alternation causes vascular gymnastics of blood circulation and stimulation of impulses in the body.
The massage causes immediate relaxation and deep well-being of body and mind.
A prolonged application of hot basalt stones (yang) followed by a brief application of cold marine stones (yin) brings dilation (opening) and contraction (closing) of the blood vessels respectively.
How does the hot and cold stone massage work ?
First, I make sure that you have no contraindications to receiving this type of massage. Then I gradually massage each area of the body (back, arms, legs, etc.), I apply an organic vegetable oil (argan), then use hot stones : stones heated in water at 46 degrees Celsius (115 degrees Fahrenheit).
Depending on the areas of the body (inflammation, blood or lymphatic congestion as with water retention), I will apply cold stones.
In fact, alternating use of hot stones and cold stones can reduce inflammation and congestion in specific areas. The cold stones help to evacuate heat from the body and help relax specific areas.
In addition, the use of cold stones will constitute a component of choice in cases of migraine, by attacking its vascular component.
To this end, the stones will help reduce excess blood flow to the head and brain, thereby normalizing blood circulation.
The feeling of cold stones combined with hot stones is even more pleasant. This holistic massage known for its relaxing and draining properties will activate your energy points to awaken your senses. If you need to let go, these hot and cold stones are for you.
Precautions for this massage
Instilling heat or cold can be very beneficial, but the technique is not suitable for everyone. Therefore, it is important to be transparent about your health condition during the interview before the treatment. Hot or cold stone massage should not be administered in particular in the following cases :
- Diabetes
- Cancer
- Respiratory or heart problems
- Pregnancy
- Eczema
- Recent surgery
- Epilepsy
- Neuropathy