A hot stone massage is a form of massage therapy in which a trained therapist uses heated stones to massage your body, including placing stones on key points of the spine and muscles for best results. This technique of using heated stones dates back hundreds of years and can be an excellent way to loosen up the muscles so that the massage technique can be more penetrative to sore or inflamed muscles.
Traditionally, the stones used in such a massage technique are black volcanic rocks (basalt) that range from small to large and tend to be naturally smoothed by the movements of the river or sea water. You can typically find hot stone massages as another option at a spa, but given the delicate and specialized nature of this massage, it is important to find a professional massage therapist who has been trained in this style.
Hot Stone Massage Benefits:
There are quite a few benefits of hot stone massage, including the following:
1. Relief from muscle tension
2. Relief from stress and anxiety
3. Helps during cancer therapy
4. Boosted immunity
5. Better sleep
6. Boosted circulation
7. Better mental health