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February,15 2010
So,here I am snowed in. Well,not exactly,but with the white fluffy snow that I was so happy to romp around in with my boxer this morning came the screeching halt of business today. So,I thought I'd chat up about one of my personal favorite hot stones treatments. I'll warn anyone on here who has not received this fabulous treatment...you'll be spoiled for life after your first one! Nothing releases my tense,achy muscles like hot stones massage (yes,your local massage therapist has plenty of knots too!). Our winter special revolves around this treatment. Check out some fun cultural facts and history about hot stones massage. And for all you fact checkers and knowledge junkies out there, email me at ahhspahh@yahoo.com with other fun spa facts or any corrections to the information presented below!
In love and light,
Reanna
proud spa junkie and owner of The Ahh Spa
It's getting HOT in here!
Let's talk about...
HOT STONES MASSAGE: The history of the most wonderful spa treatment ever known and it's therapeutic benefits.
This form of bodywork involves the use of hot stones applied to the body in various ways to bring about relief to stiff and sore muscles, resulting in alleviation of many chronic and acute problems.
The use of different temperatures on the body to bring about certain reactions has been done for eons, and many different types of practitioners know that adjusting temperatures in bodywork can aid clients in healing.Stone Therapy goes beyond the physical experience of typical massage by entering deeper dimensions of relaxation, health and well being, creating a positive approach to the "body-mind-spirit" Basalt is a rock that is formed by volcanic and sedimentary action. Basalt is the most abundant of the volcanic rocks. Basalt rocks have been broken and eroded by stream or water activity and then washed along a river bottom, where they receive their smooth, potato-like shape and size.
Since the dawn of time, people have been drawn to the energies of stones. Monstrous stones have been carried unspeakable distances to honor kings and gods. We have created monuments of stones, where we have carved our faces and those of our gods. There are worry stones people carry in their pockets, and stone fetishes are created for many forms of healing, rebirth, wealth and relationships. The American Indians call the stones the "Stone Clan People." They have used heated stones in sweat lodges and on the bellies of women to relieve the pain of menses. Shamans, medicine people and spiritual leaders from all over the world use stones and crystals in their healing ceremonies. Each color and type of stone reflects energy, purpose, clearing and releasing effect on the client as it is being used.
In Hawaii, the Kahunas use lava in their healing treatments. The lava stone represents healing and protection. In the Philippines, it is a common practice to use a rough basalt stone to slough off old, dry skin. In Russia, there is a tradition of using heated black stones in the bath. Even in the days when cowboys were roaming this country, it was a common practice to heat stones in the fire and place them on the ground under one's bedding.
As you can see,I am very excited about this treatment! I would love to share this experience with you so when you are ready,give The Spa Ladies a call at 812-471-4990. It's $$$ and time well spent!
