This is an age old therapy dating back 5000 years to India even the Mayan culture.

Ayurveda, the ancient healing tradition of India, spoke of a universal source of all life. The energy called "prana" is the energy, or the breath of life, which moves through all forms to give them life. Yogis work with this energy through breathing techniques, Meditation, physical exercise and massage to produce altered states of consciousness, healing and longevity.They would not only use their hands for manipulation and healing but also

utilize "tools" the earth would provide such as herbs, flowers, crystals and stones.

Heated stone massage treatments use stones made of Basalt material. Basalt has been found to have the best heat retention capabilities therefore, the best for therapeutic purpose and creates a state of balance and deep relaxation. Massaging the Muscles with heated rocks causes vasodilatation – broadening of the blood vessels allowing more blood, rich in nutrients, to flow freely, thus aiding in cellular metabolism. The fresh Blood carries oxygen, a vital ingredient for healing. The heat also causes relaxation, allowing relief for tight Muscles.”

The Hot Stone Massage improves Blood flow, flushes away toxins, calms the Nervous system and is ideal for sore backs and stress related conditions. Aches melt away and the body feels refreshed and restored back to health.

Hot stones with essential oils are a treat that must be experienced. The heat of the stones infuses the air with rich aromatic scents and AIDS the uptake of the oils beneficial healing properties The use of hot stones and different massage techniques, Hot Basalt & Lava Stones are placed on different parts of the body as well as used to penetrate muscle tissue.

The use of hot stones and different massage techniques, Hot Basalt & Lava Stones are placed on different parts of the body as well as used to penetrate muscle tissue. The rocks can be used as trigger point or Reflexology tools, in effleurage strokes or over the third Eye. Using rocks as instruments to split or strip certain muscles rather than a therapist hands alone, helps to absorb much of the strain associated with repeated massage strokes.

Stone Therapy & Basalt Massage Stones : Although Basalt is found in volcanic regions, our massage stones are made of Hawaiian Basalt River Rock and are not Lava Stones. Lava Stones are very rough and porous. Our stones are very smooth and dense. They can hold hea for a very long time and do not have to be reheated during a session. When clean and unoiled, the natural color of All Basalt is gray to black with some having a strong greenish hue. Hawaiian Basalt is rich in Olivine, the mineral giving some of the stones their green color. The inherent minerals fused into the basalt help radiate their natural healing energy. All stones will become JET BLACK with just a little massage oil or cream. Basalt Definition by National Geology Society Our stones are naturally very smooth and need very little oil for gliding movements. They are also very dense which lets them hold heat longer than normal river rocks. They are very strong and difficult to damage. Unlike other massage supplies, they will not have to be replaced or restocked. We carefully hand-select each and every beautiful stone. Only smoothly shaped and smoothly textured stones are harvested. There are no jagged edges and all stones have a useful shape.

Thermo therapy Tool : The heat and Cold retention capabilities of Hawaiian Hot Stones make them excellent thermo therapy tools. When warmed, the natural heat given by the stones warms the Muscles and quickly relaxes the client. This allows the therapists to do deeper, more specific work in the time allowed for the massage. When frozen, they reduce inflammation to injury and can be used in all cases that ice would be appropriate. The alternating of heat and ice is a well-practiced method of releasing toxins and increasing circulation.

Hawaiian Hot Stones provide a uniform element to apply the heat and Cold while preventing Cold drips from the ice bag.

BENEFITS OF HOT STONE ROCKS Ancient civilizations believed that hot stones were beneficial in healing in many ways, especially for cleansing the body, relaxing the heart, grounding the soul and soothing the mind. The stones are used to bring relief to tense and sore Muscles. As these hot stones glide over the Muscles, tensions diminish, and stress gently melts away. Penetrating heat radiates deep into Muscles providing relaxation while addressing mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. CONTRAINDICATION 1. Inflammation Acute: Direct massage contraindicated Sub-acute: General massage indicated Chronic: Direct massage indicated 2. Pain: do not massage where severe pain is present in joints, bones, or muscles 3. Cardiac Conditions Severe cardiac conditions (i.e. unstable and unmedicated high Blood pressure) are a contraindication for massage because Heart may not tolerate increased circulation. However, massage in general is good for high Blood pressure as well as post Heart attack and post-bypass situations 4. Blood

Do not massage anyone with a blood clot. They should be on blood thinners and under medical supervision. Profile of someone prone to clotting- Elderly, History of cardiac problems or cardiovascular disease, Patient treated previously for clotting. Clots often occur in lower legs, causing pain and hypersensitivity in calves - obviously, do not use deep massage and draining strokes in such a case. Thrombus = clot, Phlebitis = inflamed vein