Is hot stone massage covered by insurance?

Did you know that our RMT on Main Street, Taylor Barnett, now performs hot stone massage?

Great news - if your hot stone massage is performed by a Registered Massage Therapist - it is covered by insurance!

Taylor uses basalt stones which are dark heavy lava, and originally volcanic. Volcanic stones hold the heat very well due to their density and mineral content. Basalt is the most common type of rock on the earth, with most of the ocean floor made up of basalt. The stones vary in colour from black to dark grey with a greenish tinge, and occasionally a red tinge. These rocks have been tumbled in rivers, lakes and streams, making them nice and smooth - they look like they are polished by machine, but they are not.

What are the benefits of hot stone massage?

• stimulates the circulation of blood through the muscle

• Hot stone massage benefits to increase lymphatic flow

• Lowers blood pressure in general

• Increased supply of oxygen and nutrients to the tissue

• Hot stone massage benefits to enhances immune system (everything is operating quicker through the cell)

• Increases the release of waste products

• Hot stone massage treatment relieves stress, fatigue and tension

• Hot stone massage benefits the body and mind to provide deeper relaxation

• Hot stone massage Infuses the good quality oil into the skin

• The purpose of hot stone massage is to amplify the benefits of RMT massage in general!

What are the contraindications of hot stone massage?

• Any condition where massage is contraindicated will also be contraindicated for hot stone massage treatment

• Our experienced RMTs will be cautious around surgery sites where nerves are cut or damaged

• Any disease where there is nerve damage or neuropathy, diabetes, etc

• Any autoimmune diseases or inflammatory diseases

• Broken or other skin conditions, open wounds, lesions, or inflamed skin will not be treated with hot stone massage

• Anyone on prescription medication that may have side effects relating to heat or temperature

• Pregnancy - although hot stones can be cooled a bit and modified for a safe application of hot stone massage

• Heart disease or other condition in which temperature changes challenge the circulatory system, or that already places challenges on the heart

• Thin skin, sometimes found in elderly or infants - in which we can use lighter pressure and lower temperature for the hot stone massage

• Skin of people with lighter hair may be more sensitive to heat changes

• Internal appliances such as pins, plates, rods, screws, etc

• Acute injuries

Hot Stone Massage Vancouver - Expert Massage Therapy

Our hot stone massage on Main Street in Vancouver lasts for 60 minutes, and your RMT appointment can easily booked online.

Click the link below to book a hot stone massage specifically with RMT Taylor Barnett!