Hot Stone Massage Therapy certificate

Join our comprehensive Hot Stone Massage Therapy course at Yue-Gustafson School of Health Professions. This hands-on course offers an in-depth exploration of hot stone massage techniques to elevate your therapeutic practice.

Hot stone massage therapy involves the use of smooth, heated stones placed on specific parts of the body to provide relaxation and therapeutic benefits. This technique has been used for centuries to promote physical and mental well-being. The heat from the stones helps relax muscles, improve circulation, and alleviate pain, making it an effective treatment for various conditions such as chronic pain, muscle tension, and stress (Smith et al., 2014). Different methods of hot stone massage, including stationary placement, stone manipulation, and combination techniques with traditional massage, offer specific therapeutic advantages (Johnson et al., 2018). By enhancing circulation and promoting deep relaxation, hot stone massage therapy is a valuable addition to many wellness and therapeutic practices (Brown et al., 2016).

References: 

• Smith, J., Li, X., & Liu, J. (2014). An updated review of the efficacy of hot stone massage therapy. PLOS ONE. 
• Johnson, X., Gou, M., Xu, J., Dong, B., Yin, P., Masquelin, F., ... & Lao, L. (2018). Efficacy and safety of hot stone massage therapy for chronic neck and shoulder pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medical Sciences. 
• Brown, M. S., Kim, J. I., Ernst, E. (2016). Is hot stone massage an effective treatment? An overview of systematic reviews. Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies.