The hot stones treatment is a mind, body and spirit experience where your client will reach the point of ultimate relaxation. It is a very versatile treatment and can be incorporated alongside facials, manicures, pedicures and reflexology. It is also easily adaptable to your own massage techniques as a therapist, you will discover because you are using the stones as an enhancement to your own hands. The stress and strain on your wrists, hands and thumbs will be virtually eliminated, enabling you to work for longer periods of time and adding years to your career as a massage therapist.
One massage stroke with the stone is equivalent to ten massage strokes by hand. Hot Stone Massage is:
- Provides Pain Relief
- Provides Stress Relief
- Provides quieting of the mind.
A great additional skill for any massage therapist!
This course is for qualified massage therapists. We do however offer a beginner massage course should you wish to start your journey to becoming a massage therapist.
Hot Stone Massage - In House
• The history and benefits of hot stone massage
• Health, safety & hygiene
• Professional ethics
• Related anatomy & Physiology
• Contraindications
• Consultation and record keeping
• Preparation of the work area and client - massage mediums, tools, & equipment
• Massage movements & techniques
• Full body hot stone massage routine
• Contra actions & aftercare
• Cost effectiveness
• Insurance