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What is Hilot?

Deep-Tissue Massage

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What is Hilot?

Hilot Massage

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Originating in the Philippines, Hilot is a hands-on healing art that involves intuition and massage. The practitioner intuitively scans the body with touch to diagnose areas which are energetically imbalanced. "Hilot" is also a Filipino word used to describe "healer." A Hilot therapist is trained in massage and body/mind connections. Although Hilot is a deep-tissue massage the touch is gentle.

Benefits of Hilot

  • Balance and Harmony
  • Destresses

Health Conditions Treated with Hilot

  • Muscle Tension
  • Stress
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