Stone Therapy Treatments -Understand How to use Stone Therapy Treatments
References - IHM (Indian Head Massage), BM (Body Massage), AM (Pre Blended Aromatherapy Oil Massage, HSM (Hot Stone Massage) Knowledge – B24 – Outcome 10 - HSM
UNDERSTAND HOW TO USE STONE THERAPY EQUIPMENT
a. Explain the types of safe, purpose-built stone heating equipment and how to use and position them safely.
Hot stone heaters do vary with each manufacturer and all heaters operate in different ways. Some may take longer to heat up in relation to the water capacity (the larger the heater capacity in litres, the longer it take to heat) depending upon the size bought, that varies depending upon the number of stones to be heated.
It is important to use stone heating equipment that has been manufactured for the purpose of heating hot stones. These heaters are usually made from stainless steel and should have a removable lid and an illuminated digital temperature display. It needs to be thermostatically controlled to prevent the stones from overheating.
When setting up ready for the client, get the heater ready for the client it can take about 10 minutes to get the heater up to temperature. Make sure the heater before use is filled with water and that all the stones are adequately covered with water.
It is important to make sure that the heater is secure, safe and stable on a trolley. Don’t move the heater when it is switched on. To ensure the safety of the client and the therapist, ensure that the heater is placed a safe distance from the client, by ensuring there is also space for the therapist to move safely around the massage couch. Avoid the risk of tripping by making sure there are no wires trailing on the floor.
As the water will be very hot, when using the heater and removing stones it is important to use either insulated gloves or a slotted spoon and place in a towel or a bowl covered with a towel ready for use.
The stones will need to cool to an appropriate temperature for use, so make sure they are
UNDERSTAND HOW TO USE STONE THERAPY EQUIPMENT
a. Explain the types of safe, purpose-built stone heating equipment and how to use and position them safely.
Hot stone heaters do vary with each manufacturer and all heaters operate in different ways. Some may take longer to heat up in relation to the water capacity (the larger the heater capacity in litres, the longer it take to heat) depending upon the size bought, that varies depending upon the number of stones to be heated.
It is important to use stone heating equipment that has been manufactured for the purpose of heating hot stones. These heaters are usually made from stainless steel and should have a removable lid and an illuminated digital temperature display. It needs to be thermostatically controlled to prevent the stones from overheating.
When setting up ready for the client, get the heater ready for the client it can take about 10 minutes to get the heater up to temperature. Make sure the heater before use is filled with water and that all the stones are adequately covered with water.
It is important to make sure that the heater is secure, safe and stable on a trolley. Don’t move the heater when it is switched on. To ensure the safety of the client and the therapist, ensure that the heater is placed a safe distance from the client, by ensuring there is also space for the therapist to move safely around the massage couch. Avoid the risk of tripping by making sure there are no wires trailing on the floor.
As the water will be very hot, when using the heater and removing stones it is important to use either insulated gloves or a slotted spoon and place in a towel or a bowl covered with a towel ready for use.
The stones will need to cool to an appropriate temperature for use, so make sure they are