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Hot Stone Massage

Hot stone massage therapy

Our hot stone massage involving flat basalt stones that are immersed in hot water and then placed on specific parts of the body.
During a hot stone massage, We use the techniques of a regular massage. However, the therapist also works with hot stones that are placed on specific parts of the body.

The stones are smooth and flat and are usually made of the type of volcanic rock called basalt. These particular stones are chosen because they retain heat.

Hot stone massage treatment

The stones used for a hot stone massage are placed in hot water to heat them before applying them. They are then placed in specific areas of the body, such as the back, stomach, face, hands, the foot.

Optional Our massage therapists can hold the stones in their hands and use them to massage. This allows the therapist to deepen the muscles without more pressure, helping his client to relax even more.

Occasionally, you can use cold stones on your face or after the hot stones have been applied. The cold temperature helps soothe inflamed blood vessels and soothe hot skin.

Hot stone massage method

It is believed that this type of treatment with hot stones originated in China almost 2,000 years ago. Since then, the technique of using stones for healing has been used in many different cultures, including the Americas, Africa, Egypt, and India.