Intensely comforting and remarkably gentle, hot stone massage is a unique pampering experience perfect for those who prefer a lighter massage with many benefits of deep tissue work. With hot stone massage therapy, the heat conducted by the smooth stones used during the massage loosens and relaxes tense muscles, promoting deep relaxation that allows a massage therapist to manipulate the muscle intensely without causing pain or discomfort.

Hot stone massage is a variation of traditional massage techniques and uses smooth stones containing basalt, which retains heat well. The smooth, rounded stones are heated in water to the ideal temperature and then placed in optimum spots on the body, such as the spinal column, and placed in the palms of the hands and between the toes. The stones are also often used as massage implements and help massage therapists deeply massage the muscles with minimal discomfort. Many hot stone massage clients enjoy the comforting warmth of stones, making this massage very popular.

Hot stone massage offers many benefits. Clients welcome the stones' warmth with cold feet; the heat can spread warmth and increase circulation throughout the body. Hot stone massage effectively zaps tension and relieves stress, and many report its ability to alleviate symptoms of disorders like depression, insomnia, and arthritic stiffness.