Upto 50 specially selected volcanic basalt stones of varing sizes are used to heal the body and induce deep relaxation. The stones are heated to 50-55 degrees then soaked in warm oil before being placed on the body.
The stones hold and radiate heat for a long period of time allowing trails of heat to penetrate deep into the body and melt the tension from each and every muscle. The placing of the stones on the bodies meridian lines helps to balance energy. The therapist also uses the stones to massage the body, multiplying the benefits, providing pain relief as well as improving circulation.
Our hot stone massage is available in 1 or 2 hour sessions.
The massage oil is first warmed before being rubbed gently over the body, paying particular attention to the back, legs and arms. The overall effect is relaxing, easing tension in tense aching muscles.
An aroma therapy oil massage utilises the same techniques as the hot oil massage with the addition of essential oils. The combination of oils used will depend on the ailments being treated by the massage. Some examples are:-
A herbal compress is made up from 10 plants and minerals specially selected for there healing and soothing properties. While it is being heated a tradition Thai massage relaxes and loosens the muscles ready for the application of the now hot herbal compress.
The herbal compress is gently rubbed over the body, the heat, essential oils and minerals penetrating into the body.
Thai massage is effective for muscle stiffness, various internal disorders and also physical and mental stress. The masseur acheives this through a combination of joint manipulation and massaging the muscles using the reflexology points along the meridian lines. Thai massage is effective for almost everybody from those with very little movement to sportspeople who are highly active. It activates incative muscles improving cirulation and also reduces muscle fatigue and repairs torn fibres but most of all it is supremely relaxing.
The ancient Chinese believe that there are zones and reflex areas in the feet which correspond to all parts of the body. The physical act of applying pressure using the thumb, finger and hand, results in stress reduction and improved circulation, which reduces body tension, aids in the elimination of body waste and restores healthy body functions.
As you recline for maximum relaxation, your feet are wrapped in very warm towels to sooth and soften them. Each reflex point, is stimulated as the body is considered to be a whole unit, the pressure applied varies with each person and the considerations of the disorders.
