Hot Stone Massage
Hot stones massage is a deeply soothing , relaxing specialty massage. It uses smooth, heated, volcanic stones (basalt), which absorb and retain heat well. The effect of the heat is to increase the circulation in the area being massaged, bringing fresh nutrients and oxygen, helping to remove waste products such as lactic acid.

What Happens During a Hot Stone Massage?

The stones are sanitized and heated up in water ½ hour before the client arrives. Traditional Swedish massage strokes are used, while holding a heated stone in the palm of the hand. When the stone cools down it is replaced with another. It is said that a single massage stroke performed with a hot stone in the hand, is worth 5 strokes of a normal Swedish massage.

 

A massage with Hot Stone between the spine

Occasionally a stone may be placed in a specific point on your spine, or between your toes, while another part of your body is being massaged.

A woman having a Hot Stones Massage

Please note: This massage is not suitable for pregnant women, and may not be suitable for some people with other serious medical conditions. Doctor’s permission may be required. See Health Warnings