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Fall / Winter 2025 Issue
EDITOR
Amanda Cooke
acooke.rmt@gmail.com
ART DIRECTOR
Erin Stanley
erin@erinstanleydesigns.com
DIGITAL MEDIA
Mark Chee-Aloy
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ACCOUNT MANAGER
Monica Pasinato-Forchielli, RMT
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SALES MANAGER
Scott Dartnall
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Amanda Cooke, Dr. George Roth,
Bobbi-Jo Corbett, Shelle Hagen
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CONTENTS FALL/WINTER 2025
Releasing Tension from the Inside-Out
The Art and Science of Treating Like a Weirdo
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Contributors
DR. GEORGE B. ROTH
DC, ND, CMRP
Dr. Roth is a graduate of the University of Toronto, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and the Ontario College of Naturopathic Medicine and has studied osteopathic medicine at Doctors’ Hospital North. He is the developer of Matrix Repatterning and is the Director of Education at the Matrix Institute in Toronto. Dr. Roth has presented seminars and university-based symposia throughout North America. He is the co-author, with Kerry D’Ambrogio PT, of Positional Release Therapy (Elsevier, 1997), and the author of The Matrix Repatterning Program for Pain Relief (New Harbinger, 2005).
BOBBI-JO CORBETT
RMT
Bobbi-Jo is a massage therapist with a unique interest in fascia and scar tissue. She gratuated from Algonquin College in 2018 and began working at Shouldice Hernia Hospital shortly after. Through experience and research, Bobbi-Jo developed a unique understanding of scar treatment and a desire to share her knowledge. She is a member of the Fascia Research Society as well as the Ehlers-Danlos Society. Through her work in practice and education, she hopes to change the face of post surgical care.
SHELLE HAGAN
LMT
Shelle Hagen has been in the Massage Therapy Industry since 2002. She is the owner and founder of Elite Therapeutic Massage and Elite Massage Academy. In April of 2022, she and her husband, Scot, purchased the Corestone company from the founder. It is their goal to continue the legacy of Corestone, bringing quality tools to secure the longevity of Massage Therapists’ hands and wrists while delivering an unparalleled style of massage!
AMANDA COOKE
RMT
Amanda has a degree in Kinesiology and is a Registered Massage Therapist. She has practiced in multidisciplinary settings, corporate settings, and has been a clinic and outreach supervisor for Massage Therapy Students. Amanda and her partner Mark own ConEd Institute in Toronto which is a continuing education company for Manual Therapists.
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Editor’s Note
The Magnificent Macrocosm of Massage Therapy
Amanda Cooke, RMT
Editor
Alliteration aside, the massage therapy profession can only be described as a macrocosm as this is a career choice that can easily become a lifestyle, brand, or personal identity with therapists of which some seemingly have nothing in common. The world of health and wellness allows for science to meet art, technical thinkers to meet intuitive doers, and for a single therapist to be a little of both. The large scope of practice allows for therapists to take the tools, ideologies, and therapeutic styles that fit within their belief systems surrounding care and foster a therapeutic environment that attracts the clients that they can best serve. This is the basis for a publication like this one- to showcase the many possibilities and opportunities that exist within our profession and to allow for connection and networking amongst all different sorts of therapists to expand minds, create referral networks, and learn from each other to best serve our populations. Connecting therapists globally. It’s just what we do. In this issue, we have three more incredible therapists who are doing what they love, in a way they love, for the clients that they love to treat. And not one of them is alike, yet, they all can learn from each other and they have a passion for inspiring others with their own wellness brand that’s so uniquely theirs.
The idea of having a brand is one that my podcast partner and I discuss a lot. On one hand, being a massage therapist has the potential to be a very rewarding and fulfilling career while also being quite lucrative; while on the other hand, there are so many therapists that we sometimes ask ourselves how we can stand out from the crowd. While I do not believe it is absolutely necessary to have a niche when it comes to a specific population or problem or therapeutic modality, I do find it necessary for therapists to understand their brand identity. Not only understand it, but ensure that it is created by intent and not by accident. When you are a professional, like a massage therapist (or chiropractor, or lawyer, or
personal trainer, or accountant), you ARE your business. You as a person are the organization and majority of clients are buying YOU. The type of therapist you are is of course heavily influenced by your interpretation of the foundational knowledge, your lived experiences, your clinical experience, and your continuing education and professional development. Whether you know it or not, you have a brand. Your brand is comprised of the people you serve, why they come to you, what they have to say about you, and what you help them with. What you need to ensure is that the brand being perceived by the public is the one that you want portrayed.
Why does this matter? If you wanted to be seen as the laid back, sporty therapist, that focuses on active therapy and treat mainly active individuals but your clients describe your treatments as meditative and relaxing, you may end up with the wrong group of clients. You could end up working the entire day treating older, less active clients who were seeking a spa like experience. So, what is the problem? You’re obviously good at that type of treatment hence the referrals for it, but how did this happen and why are you not attracting the clients you wish to serve? It is likely because you were not being authentic to your brand. You may hold some limiting beliefs about massage therapy such as- the lighting must be dim, the music must be very soft, the table time must be maximized in order to keep the client happy. You will succeed in keeping a busy practice this way, you just won’t build the practice of your dreams. My goal through this issue is to show you that you can have a unique style, and be successful. In fact, it is a key to being successful as a therapist- to be THAT therapist. You know, the one who knows exactly how to treat the condition I have. Your differential advantage is your brand. There is no other you. Use that superpower to create the practice that will set your soul on fire.
How on earth do we do this? The start is to create a mission statement. A mission statement is a concise explanation of your organizations purpose, defining what you do, who you serve, and why. This will put on display your beliefs and values, and create expectations for potential clients. If what they see on your website and social platforms, what they hear from initial communication with you, and what they know prior to coming in, matches the experience at your clinic, they are going to feel at ease and like they made the right choice. This is your brand and the client is the type of client that suits your individual practice. This is the start of a strong referral network. The therapists who have been successful at creating a brand by intent, and attracting the clientele that they desire to work with, all have one thing in common- they truly believe in what they do. I’m not talking about the “this is THE thing that will change your life” belief, but a belief that what they do is the right therapy for the population they want to serve. This doesn’t have to be as specific as working with only perinatal clients, or athletes, or seniors. Your brand can be that you are THE therapist to see if I work in a high stress environment, or you’re THE therapist to see if I like the use of different tools in treatments, or you’re THE therapist to see if I am uncomfortable with massage therapy because you have protocols in place to ensure my comfort. Whatever makes you the unique therapist you are, that is your brand.
In this magnificent macrocosm, let’s celebrate our differences and connect with the weirdos who are nothing like ourselves, but may just be the right fit for someone.
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For the last 30 years I’ve been teaching a breakthrough treatment system called Matrix Repatterning that has been helping massage therapists and other health practitioners achieve incredible outcomes with their clients. It all started in 1974 at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic dissection lab, where I met a senior student who was employed as a lab assistant. He graciously described the specimen he was working on in great detail. I was enthralled at the amazing and beautiful complexity of the inner workings of the human body. I was hooked! I decided to enroll in the Chiropractic program and learn everything I could about anatomy, eventually becoming an anatomy lab assistant.
Teaching dissection for three years gave me the opportunity to learn the intricate details of anatomy in great depth. One of the things I noticed at some point, was a commonly occurring variation in the size and shape of the bones on one side of the body versus the other side. I made similar observations in radiology classes. In those days (1970’s in Ontario Canada), if one knee, hip or shoulder was being x-rayed, it was mandatory that the same structure on the opposite side, also be radiographed. When I mentioned these variations to the anatomy and radiology professors, they simply shrugged it off as ‘normal variations’. At the time, I didn’t realize the implications, and simply filed them away.
Many years later, these observations were eventually confirmed by researchers, who recognized that bone literally enlarges with injury1! As I eventually discovered, this commonly overlooked fact can have enormous clinical implications.
Bone Is Fascia: A New Lens for Massage Therapists
Dr. Stephen Levin, an orthopedic surgeon, described bone as “ossified fascia,” a living, flexible part of the body’s continuous fascial network2. Living bone is dynamic, responsive, and deeply connected to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and even neurological and visceral tissues associated with it. When a bone changes shape or size due to injury, it sends ripples through this fascial web, affecting how the body moves, feels, and functions.
Breakthroughs That Changed Everything
One day in 1989 while working with one of my patients, I noticed something astonishing: placing my hand near one part of a patient’s body caused another area to relax instantly. It was as if my hand was sending a signal. I theorized that the neurons in my hand were generating a biologically active electromagnetic field, an idea backed by cell biologist James Oschman3 and others.
This led me to the Biotensegrity Matrix, a concept from researchers like Dr. Stephen Levin and Dr. Donald Ingber4. They showed that the body’s tissues form an interconnected framework, balancing stability and mobility. Every cell’s internal structure (the cytoskeleton) is supported by proteins like actin and tubulin, while the extracellular matrix links cells together with proteins and filaments. These structures, built from molecular elements like carbon, give the body its unique mechanical and electronic properties. This explains how tissue injury can affect its electrical properties and how tension in one area can instantly affect another.
Then, in 1990, I had a moment that stopped me in my tracks. While working with a client with knee pain, I applied gentle pressure to their enlarged tibial plateau. Suddenly, I felt the bone’s tension shift, and on re-examination, the bone had reduced in size (Figures 3, 4). The patient’s pain vanished, and they recovered remarkably fast. It was a turning point that showed me the power of working with the body’s deeper structures.
Note: Left femoral and tibial epiphyses: size reduced approximately 5 mm, knee joint space restored, and varus angle reduced.
Solutions vs. Treatments
After overcoming my initial shock at these discoveries, I speculated that not only were there objective bone changes associated with injury, but these changes also produced measurable bioelectrical changes that could be used to assess the precise location of injury that were the source of many of the structural imbalances seen in clinical practice. This includes changes in biomechanical function, including joint restriction and myofascial tension (Figure 5).
By applying precise, gentle pressure on specific areas of bone expansion (primary restrictions), it was possible to produce remarkable results in the normalization of the underlying osseous structures as well as releasing tension in the surrounding and adjacent soft tissues. The fact that these results were lasting, and in many cases, permanent, provided the confidence to provide real solutions, as opposed to ongoing and often endless treatments.
Figure 5: Bone enlargement with injury leads to increased myofascial tension… from the inside-out.
Helping You Work Smarter, Not Harder
The technique that ultimately emerged from these discoveries, called Matrix Repatterning, has been applied by practitioners from all over the world, including massage therapists. Matrix Repatterning can allow you to:
Enhance Your Hands-On Skills: Target the root causes of pain and dysfunction by addressing the interplay between bone and fascia.
Reduce Fatigue and Injury: Use gentle, precise techniques that work with the body’s natural mechanics, minimizing strain on your hands and body.
Get Faster, Lasting Results: Help clients overcome limitations quickly by releasing tension from the inside out, allowing your other massage techniques to work even more efficiently.
Matrix Repatterning has helped tens of thousands of individuals suffering from a myriad of conditions such as back, neck and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, hip, knee and ankle pain, TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction, headaches, concussions8, as well as numerous other functional conditions, such as esophageal reflux, snoring & sleep apnea, cardiovascular conditions, digestive disorders, urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction… and the list keeps growing.
References:
Fantner GE, et al. Sacrificial bonds and hidden length dissipate energy as mineralized fibrils separate during bone fracture. Nat Mater. 2005;4(8):612-6.
Levin, S., Bone is Fascia, ResearchGate, 2018.
Oschman JL, Energy Medicine, The Scientific Basis, Churchill Livingstone, New York, 2001.
Ingber DE. The Architecture of Life. Scientific American. 1998;1.
Pischinger A. The Extracellular Matrix and Ground Regulation. North Atlantic Books; 2007.
Roth GB. The Matrix Repatterning Program for Pain Relief. New Harbinger Publications; 2005.
Roth GB. Matrix Repatterning, Advanced Structural Therapy. Matrix Institute; 2019.
Doidge N. The Brain’s Way of Healing. Penguin Books; 2016.
To learn more about Matrix Repatterning, visit: www.matrixrepatterning.com and to learn about educational programs, visit: www.matrixinstitute.net.
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One comment I get from clients quite often is, “Wow, I’ve never had anyone work like this before.” I recently had someone refer to my approach as “a sniper rifle instead of a shotgun” referring to my tendency to be very specific in my work compared to the more broad and general approach often applied by therapists. He felt as though I was barely doing anything during his treatment and was floored by how he could be sore in the areas I had worked and the results he had. This approach comes from a mild obsession with how everything is connected. You know, the leg bone’s connected to the… arm bone. I mean really, foot weakness, leads to leg imbalances, which will then change your posture and could, over time, lead to a torso rotation that causes you to use your arm and shoulder differently resulting in the nagging elbow or shoulder issue you’ve had for years. So, I can treat that arm all day but if we don’t follow the line of tension, weakness, and subsequent imbalance, the arm issue will never leave you. I am aware that this is sounding like a shotgun approach but stick with me. It’s all about application.
When I started working, I absolutely fell into the ‘beat muscles into submission’ trap. Everyone loves deep pressure so obviously that’s the best approach, right? Science doesn’t seem to think so. With time and research my approach has drastically changed to be more holistically focused while also being more specific and more gentle. Which just means I poke very specific spots but it’s probably nowhere near where you thought it would be. My passion is scar tissue treatment so usually that means working a little bit at the scar and a lot in other spots. With this approach in mind, I have adapted a certain way of treating scar tissue that often achieves results in one session with no post treatment pain for the client. We can come back to that though; I can’t be giving away all of my secrets in the second paragraph.
Be Receptive
So, what does science say that has me so convinced this weirdo work is the way to go? Well, to start with, there are five prominent mechanoreceptors. A pretty big percentage of these guys hang out in fascia and connective tissues. The craziest part is actually their preferences though. Only one of the five actually responds primarily to deep pressure. Ruffini endings are stimulated with slow, sustained deep pressure. Let me say that again for the people in the back: Only one of the five main mechanoreceptors responds to deep pressure. This means four out of five react to something else. It ranges from ultra-light to medium pressure and different applications.
Science heavy interlude, here we go. Merkel cells respond to light touch with preference for sustained and local pressure. They are suspected to have a neuroendocrine and neuromodulatory impact on the body. They hang out in the skin mostly. Interstitial receptors, also known as free nerve endings, are all over the place and can have sensitivity to deeper pressure for those located at deeper layers but primarily respond to ultralight touch. Think of the feeling of something touching only the hair on your arm. Those are the interstitial receptors. They do a whole bunch of things including nociception and thermoreception but in this surface level capacity proprioception is the big one. The Pacini receptors and smaller paciniform corpuscles primarily respond to sudden changes in pressure, brief, light tangential loading, as well as vibration. They increase proprioception and possibly motor control. Our final player here is the golgi tendon organ. Good old GTO. These guys monitor tension and respond best to slow, moderate stretching. They actually live in ligaments, joint capsules, and aponeuroses as well as the musculotendinous junction, their most famous location. There are muscle spindles as well of course but I leave them out of my count as they are in muscle bellies and I want to focus on receptors that are primarily in the connective tissues. I know that’s a ton of information but it truly changes the landscape of pressure application in manual therapy.
Fishing (Net) for Answers
The other really cool thing that has inspired my big shift is fascia. I know this is a buzz word right now but hear me out. I’m not usually one to get on the hype train but this stuff is so cool and most school curriculums just ignore what is basically an entire system. Fascia encapsulates nearly everything in the body. It is this network of mostly collagen and elastin fibers which make it structural and adaptable. It also contains a bunch of cells such as the fibroblasts which are highly adaptable. I’m not going to give you a whole rundown here, there are quite a few text books on that. Trust me, I’ve read some of them and if I haven’t yet it’s on the TBR (to be read). Yeah, I’m that nerd, my TBR is half fantasy novels and half textbooks. Anyways, the coolest cats of the fibroblasts are the myofibroblasts. They have contractile properties and are the ones that pull the tissue back together after an injury. Not just after injury though, as they respond to all kinds of stress but do remain in higher concentrations in previously injured tissue. Guys. Fascia is contractile. Think about that for a second. There are cells that, when stressed, pull fascia together. They also are mostly in damaged tissues but can remain in higher concentration compared to other areas after it is healed. And where would we find previously damaged tissues? Scars. I told you we would come back to scar tissue. Everything does with me.
Fascia encapsulates nearly everything in the body. It is this network of mostly collagen and elastin fibers which make it structural and adaptable.
The Big Secret, Revealed
Okay so now we know the body is primed to respond to light to medium pressure and we have cells that will pull things together when they get stressed. So obviously this should impact the way we treat and think about scars. It’s science. If fascia is this whole-body encapsulating net and we can have these old injuries tying it up and pulling it in different directions, that will clearly impact the way we move and function. But you never start untying a knot from the middle. I mean you can try but I wish you luck. So why then do we immediately grab the visible scar and try to pull it apart? That doesn’t seem to make a ton of sense to me for a whole bunch of reasons. First off, unless it is truly a surface level injury, there are layers to the scar that may not line up exactly. For example, any laparoscopic surgery. The scars will be adjacent to the removed organ, not directly over it. Read that again. They have removed an organ. Treating the visible scar is like the scene in The Love Guru where he tells them to watch the bottle, throws it up, then punches him in the face. It’s a distraction. Then we have this new concept (it’s not new but I just told you about it so it’s new here) of fascia being this big net that is getting tied up and pulled around. So, we have to follow the tension to find the edges and work our way in to truly effectively unravel this ‘knot’ in the net. Finally, we consider our mechanoreceptors. If one out of four responds to deep pressure we should cater to the other four first. Especially considering the other four are more surface level anyways. Convince the tissue to let you in, make the bulk of the receptors happy, then do your deep work. If a group of people is mad at you and you can do something simple to make all but one happy, or you can do a harder task to make only one of them happy but everyone else will still be mad, what do you choose? I hope you picked the easy route with the majority being happy. This isn’t the trolley problem; it’s meant to be straight forward.
With all of that knowledge perhaps you can understand why I work differently than most. The sniper rifle approach isn’t about targeting the obvious issue. It feels so specific because I can work on the lines of tension and target the ends of those, slowly working my way in, to get the desired outcome. It looks like I’m all over the place as I start at the scar and follow tension to its ends, even if that means starting on your shoulder and winding up at your foot. It feels targeted for the patient because it is unraveling the knot by pulling the loosest strands first. I promised you this cool scar tissue treatment secret at the top. This style of working holistically is the secret. Think of every layer of the scar and every tendril of pull. Remember that the body is primed for lighter touch. Think big picture and I promise you will see the changes.
For centuries, massage has been revered as a cornerstone of wellness, a fundamental practice that combines the art of touch with the science of human anatomy. In the modern era, this ancient art has found myriad ways to evolve, and few innovations have made as profound an impact on the therapeutic experience as the integration of specialized tools. Among these, CoreStones, meticulously crafted from natural soapstone, stand out not just as a trend but as a revolutionary advancement that has captured the loyalty of both discerning clients and seasoned massage therapists worldwide.
The overwhelming preference for CoreStones is a tapestry woven from three distinct, yet deeply interconnected, threads: the unmatched thermal and tactile properties of the soapstone itself, the ergonomic genius of their unique shapes and design, and their resulting all-around usefulness that elevates a simple massage into a profoundly effective therapeutic session. This is not just a hot stone massage; this is a system of deep, sustained, and supremely comfortable muscle relief that changes the very core of bodywork.
The Magic of Soapstone: A Thermal and Tactile Masterpiece
At the heart of the CoreStones phenomenon is the material from which they are hewn: soapstone. While many traditional hot stone massages utilize basalt, a volcanic rock, soapstone (or steatite) possesses a suite of geological and physical properties that make it a superior choice for therapeutic application.
Nature’s Premier Thermal Conductor: Soapstone is renowned as nature’s most efficient thermal conductor among stones. This singular property is the foundation of its appeal. Unlike basalt, which can have hot spots and loses heat relatively quickly, soapstone heats up quickly and, crucially, retains that heat for a significantly longer duration. Moreover, the heat retention is remarkably uniform. When a warmed CoreStone is applied to the skin, it delivers a steady, consistent, and deep penetrating heat.
For the client, this translates into a sustained, soothing warmth that melts away superficial tension and penetrates deeply to relax muscle tissue and fascia. The uniformity of the heat is key—it eliminates the "shock" or discomfort associated with unevenly heated stones, fostering immediate relaxation and a deeper sense of security.
Silky Smooth and Non-Absorbent: Beyond its thermal excellence, the surface of soapstone is naturally silky smooth, a luxurious tactile experience that allows the stone to glide effortlessly over the skin. This superior glide reduces drag and tissue trauma, creating a seamless transition from the therapist’s hand to the stone, a sensation so fluid that many clients report feeling as if the therapist’s hands have simply become "very warm."
In a professional setting, soapstone offers another massive, yet often overlooked, advantage: hygiene. Unlike porous stones, soapstone is virtually non-absorbent. This non-porous nature is ideal for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, as it prevents the absorption of oils, lotions, and bacteria. Easy to clean and sanitize, this property provides therapists with peace of mind and an unlimited lifespan for their tools, provided they are cared for properly.
Ergonomic Genius: Shape and Design as a Therapeutic Extension
If soapstone provides the material foundation, then the unique shape and design of CoreStones provide the structural intelligence that makes them indispensable to the massage therapist.
CoreStones are not random, flat river rocks; they are precision-engineered tools designed as an extension of the therapist's hand.
The Cylindrical Advantage: The signature CoreStone design often takes a cylindrical or elongated form, a stark contrast to the typical flat, oval basalt stones. This shape unlocks a world of therapeutic possibilities:
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Myofascial Release (MFR): The broad, flat side of the stone is perfectly suited for long, slow, sustained strokes, acting as a deep and warm surface for effective myofascial release. The larger contact area allows the therapist to apply pressure over a wider region, warming and elongating the fascia more effectively than fingers or thumbs alone.
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Deep Tissue and Compression: Used lengthwise, the cylindrical stone provides a deep, uniform compression that engages muscle tissue powerfully. The heat and the broad surface work synergistically, allowing the therapist to achieve deep-tissue benefits with far less effort and without the sharp, sometimes painful, pressure of a thumb or elbow.
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Trigger Point Precision: When turned on end, the stone’s rounded or angled tip transforms into a highly effective trigger point tool. The diameter of the stone's end is intentionally broader than a human thumb. This is a game-changer for clients. Because the pressure is distributed over a slightly larger area while still being specific, clients can tolerate a significantly higher degree of therapeutic pressure with less pain, allowing the therapist to access and release deeper, more stubborn knots (adhesions) without the client's body defensively "guarding" the area.
Saving the Therapist's Hands: For the practitioner, CoreStones represent a massive leap in career longevity and sustainable practice. Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a persistent threat in bodywork. CoreStones are a highly effective solution. They are designed to fit securely in the hand, allowing the therapist to use their core strength and body weight to apply pressure, rather than relying solely on the vulnerable small joints of the thumbs and wrists. The stone literally becomes the tool, transmitting the heat and pressure efficiently. This reduction in strain means therapists can work longer, more effectively, and with less personal risk, making CoreStones a "silent partner" that truly saves hands and extends careers.
All-Around Usefulness: Versatility Beyond Hot Stone
The design and material science of CoreStones grants them a versatility that moves them beyond a simple "hot stone add-on" and into a foundational therapeutic tool used in various modalities.
Hot and Cold Therapy: CoreStones excel in both thermal applications. Their heat retention capabilities make them superb for hot stone massage, increasing circulation and relieving chronic muscle tension. However, soapstone also retains cold exceptionally well, making the stones ideal for cryotherapy treatments. Chilled CoreStones can be used to reduce inflammation, treat acute injuries, alleviate headaches and sinus pressure, and even provide relief from hot flashes. The ability to use contrasting temperatures—applying hot and then cold stones—creates a profound healing balance that stimulates blood flow and reduces both pain and stiffness.
Integration into Existing Techniques: Therapists appreciate how seamlessly CoreStones integrate into virtually any existing massage technique. They are used for:
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Reflexology: The smaller stones and angled edges can be used with precision on the feet and hands.
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Gua Sha / Scraping: The smooth, elongated surface is excellent for broad-stroke scraping techniques to break down scar tissue and improve range of motion.
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Specific Point Work: The varying sizes and angled stones (like the SerenityStones) allow for detailed work around bony landmarks and under the scapula, areas that are often difficult to reach with standard tools or fingers.
Client-Reported Excellence: Ultimately, the success of CoreStones rests on the client experience, and the reviews are universally glowing. Clients frequently report:
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Deeper, More Tolerable Pressure: The uniform pressure and heat allow for a therapeutic depth that is highly effective without being painful.
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Supreme Relaxation: The silky texture and sustained, even heat induce a deeper, more profound state of relaxation than traditional stones.
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Lasting Relief: By effectively releasing deep myofascial restrictions and trigger points, the results of a CoreStone massage tend to be more enduring.
Conclusion: The Future of Therapeutic Touch
CoreStones, made of natural soapstone, are more than just an elegant accessory; they are a synthesis of nature’s perfect thermal conductor and intelligent, human-centered design. They have earned their place as a global favorite by bridging the gap between deep therapeutic work and client comfort.For the client, they offer a uniquely luxurious, intensely soothing, and profoundly effective experience that transforms tight, guarded muscles into pliable, pain-free tissue. For the massage therapist, they are an essential ergonomic asset—a powerful, versatile tool that extends their reach, enhances their efficacy, and, most importantly, protects the very hands that perform the healing work.In the evolving world of massage therapy, CoreStones represent a clear truth: the right tool, crafted from the right material, can not only optimize performance but truly elevate the healing power of touch, ensuring that both client and therapist benefit from a practice that is deeper, smoother, and infinitely more satisfying. The CoreStone is not merely a rock; it is the cornerstone of modern, advanced bodywork
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