Treatment Of Ailments With Healing Stones
Healing stones are the elements that are used in gem therapy. Despite the passing of the years, they continue to attract the attention of some people for various reasons that go beyond their pretty appearance and their curious shapes. Are you interested in knowing more? In that case, keep reading!
Gem therapy is a popular technique, which consists of addressing different ailments by applying healing stones at various temperatures to specific points on the body.
Gem therapy, a natural therapy
It is interesting to know that gem therapy is a technique that is part of the pseudosciences, so it is also part of alternative medicine. It has several interesting approaches, such as that energy is concentrated in various points of the body and that, by knowing, identifying and attending to these, it is possible to treat ailments of various kinds.
For many people, the use of stones on the body contributes to the relief of both physical and psychological discomfort. And it is that, after a good relaxing massage, with aromatic candles around and a pleasant aroma of an essential oil or some other similar element, it is not surprising that you experience some relief, as well as tranquility and pleasure.
Science at the moment does not seem to support this alternative form of healing. However, it indicates that the placebo effect may be beneficial in relieving discomfort.
The powers of the stones
Since ancient times, stones have been used as talismans to protect against evils and diseases. In fact, in various cultures in different parts of the world we find gem therapy remedies, from Europe to South America.
Let’s see more about the most commonly mentioned and used healing stones, and the benefits attributed to their use.
Agate
Agate belongs to the quartz family and is found in different colors, with stripes or layers. Among the properties attributed to it, it includes helping to improve digestive problems and balance emotions.
There are different types of agates and, according to tradition, each one provides specific benefits. Let’s see a few below.
- Yellow agate would relax the nervous system and provide emotional balance.
- Blue would provide serenity, perseverance, and insight.
- Carnelian agate would promote concentration and is related to sexuality and the spleen.
- For its part, fire agate would enhance sexual energy and help in spinal problems.
- Brown agate would increase energy in general, not just sexual energy.
- Lilac was used in insect bites.
- Green agate is related to the heart, liver, and gallbladder.
Amethyst
According to gem therapy, amethyst is an ally against addictions and difficult childbirth. It can also be used to help fight skin problems, genital diseases, migraines, spasms, and reduce stress. In addition, it is said to promote plant growth and to be helpful in meditation.
It is purple in all its shades, although when it is placed in the sun for long periods of time it can turn white.
Amazonite
In ancient times, this stone was used to protect itself from poisonous insect bites. By contrast, at present, it is believed that amazonite helps relax the neck and spine, provides relief from headaches (making circular movements with the stone in the area) and has calming effects in pregnant women.
In general, amazonite is green in color with white lines. Therefore, it is very striking.
Amber
According to tradition, amber would help relieve headaches and migraines, strains in the back and neck, asthma and bronchitis. It would also help against gastrointestinal problems, fever, nosebleeds, colds, inflammation of the tonsils, cavities, gingivitis and bleeding gums.
In reality, amber is a mineral and not a stone, golden yellow and transparent, but it is also included in gem therapy.
Citrine (or Brazilian Topaz)
Citrine or Brazilian Topaz is claimed to help relieve intestinal and skin problems caused by stress, diseases of the pancreas, nervous and endocrine systems.
It is brown or golden in color, from the quartz family.
Quartz
The properties attributed to quartz are linked to energy in general, since it is considered that it helps the body to improve itself. That is, it would be ideal to promote self-healing and promote recoveries.
In alternative medicine, it is recommended to wear a quartz dangle daily to recover from surgery or illness and to boost the immune system.
Quartz can be white, pink, green, blue, or transparent. Did you know that it is also used in the manufacture of costume jewelery, watches, electronics and various technologies?
Coralline
It is said that in Ancient Egypt coral was used to promote harmony and peace. It can be of various colors, such as red, pink, brown, and orange.
Today this stone is said to be an ally against depression. At the same time, it serves to increase sexual energy and prevent skin diseases.
It is also believed to be helpful in controlling blood pressure, anemia, eye or ear conditions. On the other hand, it is said that it can help reduce menstrual or labor pain.
Emerald
Emerald is said to have its opaque variations ideal for mitigating circulation problems. According to tradition, it also neutralizes negative energies and helps treat sore throats.
Hematite
Among the properties attributed to hematite, is to improve the circulatory system and everything related to blood, such as hemorrhages or anemia. In addition, it is said to be an excellent natural decongestant.
According to popular belief, it would also be an ally to treat problems in the kidneys, spleen and liver, digestive system, tumors, cysts, migraine, spasms, tension in the neck and back.
It is also said that it favors the regeneration of tissues, so it would be ideal to apply it after surgeries to facilitate the recovery process.
Jade
According to tradition, jade is a stone that has beneficial effects on the bladder, eyes and kidneys.
The Aztecs considered it a powerful stone, capable of fighting kidney diseases and other ailments. Today it is said to treat all kinds of problems, such as infertility, neuralgia, migraines, herpes, colic, jaundice, influenza, gastric disorders and digestive complications.
Although it is often believed that jade is always green, there are also yellow, white, black, gray, pink and purple jades.
Jasper
Jasper is a ‘brownish’ red stone, which according to gem therapy, can help relieve pain in the lower abdomen due to menstruation. Also, it is considered that it acts on the spine and helps to treat liver conditions, infections, nausea, excessive appetite in pregnancy.
It is said that jasper could be a true ‘torrent’ of physical energy coming from the center of the earth. Therefore, it would also contribute to emotional harmony.
Pyrite
Pyrite is a stone widely used in homeopathy, it is said to be ideal for diseases related to the respiratory tract, such as tonsillitis and flu.
This stone is said to help oxygenate the blood and normalize circulatory disorders, relieve gastritis and digestive problems, as well as activate liver function.
Rhodocrocite
This stone is attributed with properties for purifying the blood, activating the circulatory system and treating psychological problems. For all this, rhodocrocite is one of the most used healing stones in gem therapy.
It is also believed to be effective for healing injuries caused by accidents or for eye treatments, nail infections, liver diseases, etc.
On the other hand, rhodocrocite is believed to help avoid stress. It is pink with pastel tones, and belongs to the group of minerals.
Tourmaline
According to tradition, tourmaline relaxes the nervous system and promotes emotional balance. It would also be effective in relieving acute pain.
It is also said that it can help balance hormonal secretions and help eliminate kidney stones.
Healing stones, an option for relaxation
Although it is not possible to endorse all the properties attributed to these healing stones, according to some people, it is possible to consider their use as a supplement when obtaining relaxation and relief.
Its placebo effect can always help mitigate discomfort and promote positive moods. Therefore, the next time you consider getting a massage, you can include them in the session.
