About Our Treatments

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Lava Shells are the World’s first self heating massage tool. A unique innovation in warming spa therapies that relaxes whilst easing muscle and joint aches and pains. Offering the benefits of a hot stone massage but with an added bonus of being eco friendly and upto 10-12 times hotter. They also improve the circulation, lymphatic system and general function of the organs. Lava shells are deeply relaxing – 10 times more relaxation than a normal massage. 

Lava Shell massage is a type of heat treatment that uses Tiger Clam shells as a massage tool. The clams have been harvested for food in the Philippines for hundreds of years. The shells used to be thrown away, but are now being recycled and used for Lava Shell massage - making this a great eco-friendly spa treatment. This tranquil massage uses the world’s first self-heating massage tool and the heat is produced by inserting a ‘lava gel sachet’ and ‘activator liquid’ into the shell.  Lava Shells were created by Dan Young,  The idea of using shells for massage began to germinate when Young’s 9-year-old daughter received a gift basket containing a tiger-striped clamshell. In the Philippines, Young had watched islanders discard these beautiful shells after scooping meat from them. His inventive mind saw the makings of a natural massage tool. 

Boost circulation of blood and lymph - The lymphatic system removes waste products from the tissues and back to the heart. Lava shells aids in this process by stimulating circulation, encouraging the natural drainage of the lymph.

Soothe aches and pains -  it has been associated with relieving pain and improving the range of motion for a variety of conditions, such as autoimmune disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. 

Relaxation - This can help promote relaxation which in turn helps the body to release stress so you find it easier to sleep. 

Stress reduction - The relaxation that is induced from the long slow effleurage movements your cortisol levels go down and your endorphin levels rise.

Pain relief - from various types of pain, including headaches, chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia and muscle tensions. Techniques including friction and kneading work together to release knots and trigger areas which then alleviate the discomfort. 

Better flexibility - Having regular massage sessions helps to improve your flexibility and joint mobility. The kneading and stretching techniques help the muscles let go of their built up tension, which then allows for a wider range of motion.

Better sleep - By relaxing the muscles and alleviating stress in the body, clients have found they have a better nights sleep with less disturbances and a more restful nights sleep.

Elevation in your mood - Again all thanks to the reduction of the stress hormone and a release of endorphins, your mood improves and leaves you feeling happier and lighter.