Swedish, shiatsu, Thai, reflexology, aromatherapy, Reiki, Ayurvedic, acupressure, acupuncture, Tui Na, Trigger Point—the list can go on and on.  With the vast array of massage styles there is, it is mind boggling to know which of these is most suitable for you. With so much information to go through, it will stress you out trying to figure out which kind to select.

Hot stone massage which uses heated basalt stones to relax the body and release muscular tension, has fast become one of the most popular massage techniques there is.  Here are the top reasons why hot stone therapy is so beneficial:

• It can help with a wide variety of health conditions. Some of these include arthritis, fibromyalgia, muscular pain, headaches, carpal tunnel pain, back problems, runner’s cramps, sciatic pain, plantar fasciitis and many others.
• It helps improve blood circulation and increase oxygen in the body.
• It is ideal for people who are self-conscious about letting other people touch their body. Compared with other massage styles, in this kind there is minimal skin contact from the therapist since most of   the work is being done by the hot stones.
• It is a wonderful break from your hectic lifestyle which gives you relief from stress and brings you relaxation like no other.
• It loosens up tight and sore muscles.
• It can boost your immune function.
• It can help make you sleep better.
• It reduces anxiety and can help you cope with depression.