taking care of hot stones

[Angel in the Snow]

I love my stones!!  Im finding new uses daily.  Just in case anyone cares the basalt can also be frozen.  If you have a client with swollen areas try a little light lymph work and follow with a cold basalt massage, feels heavenly!Rock OnCrystal

 

[JobHunting2010.org]

I keep a few white smooth "quartzite?" stones on hand and have used them at room temperature lightly on swollen knees.  It seems to reduce some of the swelling.  I am lucky to live near the ocean and have hand picked and harvested most of my stones.  Does anyone know if the quartzite and marble stones actually do stay cooler at room temperature than the darker ones?  I read that somewhere and don't know if it's true.Cassandra

 

[Carly123]

I would like to hear how other stone therapists deal with the cleaning and disinfecting issues in their practice. I have a full time, very successful, private practice in a chiropractic clinic and have had a phenomenal response to my stone work.  It completely changed the direction of my practice when I introduced the stones to patients and clients last year.  I LOVE the stones because I have seen what a difference they can make in recovery from certain kinds of injuries.   Working with the stones has also had a profound impact on me personally, in a very spiritual way, and I believe this clearly comes through in my work. I also see the stones might not be for everyone, therapist or client alike.....  Done well, it tends to be a very timeconsuming and expensive process.   I would appreciate hearing about how other practitioners maintain their stones, in general, daily, and between patients/clients.   I use a stainless steel, medical grade warmer and rock that is quite large.  I limit my practice to no more than five a day. I'd also like to know what type of oils other therapists are using for this therapy. Thanks!  Looking forward to hearing from everyone.