90 Minute Hot Stone Massage

About the Appointment

The practice of using hot stones has been documented as far back as 2,000 years ago in ancient China, and it surfaced in a multitude of cultures over the ages. With this treatment, our therapist will use smooth black basalt stones that have been heated to a delightful temperature in a hot water bath. Basalt stones are very rich in iron, which not only allows them to retain heat but is also believed to help improve the flow of energy in your body. The hot stones are placed along the body to create a soothing pressure and used with warm oils to massage the muscles. The physical benefits of a hot stone massage are similar to other modalities in terms of relaxing tense muscles, enhancing circulation, and releasing stagnant energy. The main difference is that the penetrating heat from the stones dilates the blood vessels while warming all of the fascia layers at once, allowing for more oxygenation and detoxification of the muscle tissue while soothing aching joints.