Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage has been around for a long time. In fact, some say that the history of hot stone therapy dates back to 1500 B.C.
“Hot stone massage is simply using the concept of heat and a smooth rock,” Shimon says. “It is adding the element of heat and using a rock rather than a gentle glide with the hand. It’s essentially Swedish massage with heated rocks added.”
During a hot stone massage session, a massage therapist will place heated rocks on certain energy points of the body. He or she then will massage these areas with the rocks. The combination of heat and massage itself can only be described as pure bliss.
In choosing this type of massage, it’s important to note that if you get anxiety in the way of movement restriction, this type of massage may not be the best choice for you.
Chair Massage
If you’re on a limited schedule, chair massage is the option for you. This is why chair massage is found at many bustling places like malls and airports.
Chair massage takes place in a portable massage chair that massage therapists can take just about anywhere. In this type of massage, you sit up, facing backward. The chair supports your face and head and has a special resting place for your arms and legs. It’s not necessary to undress for this type of massage, which also makes it an easy option in a time crunch.