Halotherapy, also known as Salt Therapy has been practiced since the 18th century.
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Crystal’s Healing Hands is the only Salt Cave in the region that infuses dry salt in the air for inhalation, which cleanses the airways and skin to relieve congestion, inflammation, asthma, bronchitis, allergies, eczema, psoriasis, acne, and more.
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First time salt cave visitors get a
$5 discount for a 45-minute session.
About Our Salt Cave
The salt cave is approximately 100 square feet lined with pink Himalayan salt bricks with LED backlights for relaxation. Our salt cave also features ground pink Himalayan salt on the floor and four luxurious recliners with vibration settings. What makes our salt cave unique to others in Virginia is we infuse the air with dry salt to maximize respiratory and skin health benefits.
Sessions last 45 minutes and cost only $25 per adult, per session and $15 for children 5 and under. First-time visitors get a $5 discount.
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Health Benefits Of Salt Therapy
Health benefits of salt therapy date back to the 18th century. Originally it was used as a food preservative until health benefits of the respiratory system and skin were discovered because of the salt’s rich mineral content. Dry salt therapy is commonly used to improve conditions of these diagnoses.
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Asthma
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Coughs, Colds, & Flu
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COPD, Emphysema, & Bronchitis
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Sinus Infections & Sinusitis
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Cystic Fibrosis
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Ear Infections
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Seasonal Allergies
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Skin conditions such as Eczema, Psoriasis, Acne, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, children are encouraged to use the salt cave. We require an adult to be present and the children to be well mannered. We have toys available for children and encouraged controlled play with other children in the salt cave. Children under 5 years of age cost only $15 per child, per session.
All sessions last 45-minutes.
Loose, comfortable, light-colored clothing that you can relax in works best. If you are using dry salt therapy for a skin condition, you'll want to have that area exposed. Since salt is dry, it can be easily brushed off. There is no concern if salt gets in your eyes or hair.
Based on your condition and symptoms, this can vary. For best results, we recommend a series of treatments. Some individuals prefer to use dry salt therapy as a continuous preventative measure.
There are no harmful side effects of dry salt therapy. The treatment is completely natural. A slight cough or a runny nose is possible, and some people might experience a mild tickle in the throat or an increase in coughing due to excess mucus buildup, but this is simply an indication the salt therapy is working to remove mucus and toxins from the lungs and airways.
Dry salt therapy is completely safe. It is a 100% natural, drug-free, non-invasive wellness ritual with no side effects or potential health hazards. If an individual has any questions or concerns regarding any current medical or other condition, please consult with one of our professionals by utilizing the contact form above.
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For children, dry salt therapy is not only safe, but it is a highly recommended natural treatment. There are no harmful side effects. The treatment is sutiable for children of any age (as young as one-month old). Children, in fact, respond to the therapy even more quickly than adults do. During a dry salt therapy session, children play with toys, read books, and interact with other children.
Not all salts are created equal. Only 99.9% Pure Grade Sodium Chloride (salt) is to be used with halogenerators, which are the machines that crush and grind the salt into microscopic particles and disperse into the salt room or cave. All the clinical studies and research for halotherapy involve only using 99.99% Pure Grade Sodium Chloride. This salt comes from the eart and seas but goes through a process eliminating and removing all debris and contaminants. It is not processed with any additives or caking agents such as table salt. Other types of salts are often used as a decor element such as Himalayan salt, but only 99.99% Pure Grade Sodium Chloride is used in the halogenerator.