Hot Stone Massage

Hot Stone Massage is
a form of body work that involves the application of heated stones
(thermotherapy) to the body within the context of a therapeutic massage. Round,
smooth stones are heated to luxurious warmth, oiled and used in the palm of the
hands to massage the body. Heat penetrates deeply, prompting profound
relaxation, increased detoxification, and relief of long-standing muscular
tension, stress and fatigue.

The use of applied heat to alter the temperature of the body for healing is a
technique of long-standing benefit. The roots of this healing therapy can be
sourced back to many ancient cultures including the Native Americans. Though the history of using heated stones as an adjunct to body work reaches back
centuries, this type of therapy has recently become popular again.