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From Swedish to Shiatsu: Different Massage Types and How They Affect Our Bodies
Are you looking for a high-quality massage but don’t know where to start? Learn more about different types of massage and try what feels best for you.
4 Unique Alternatives for Managing Pain
Managing pain can be an overwhelming process. Medicines and surgeries are often looked at as the only resolution for the pain you experience; however, you may not be interested in trying medication with harmful side effects or procedures with extensive recovery times.
What Is Hot Stone Massage?
Hot stone massage is a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated stones. They are often basalt, a black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well.
It is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage. The heat helps tight muscles release.
What Happens During a Hot Stone Massage?
- Before you arrive, the massage therapist sanitizes the stones and heats them in 120 and 150 degree water.
- The therapist uses traditional strokes of Swedish massage while holding a heated stone. As the stone cools, the therapist replaces it with another....
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