Hot Stone Massage

What are the benefits of a hot stone massage?

Application

In a pain management massage, hot stones are used as an extension of your therapist’s technique, not a replacement. The stones are never placed and left unattended on your skin.

Holding the stone in their hand, your therapist uses it to deliver penetrating, therapeutic heat. This helps soothe tight, achy, and inflamed muscles.

Sometimes hot stones are used in hot/cold contrast therapy to help alleviate stubborn pain and discomfort.

Benefits of Hot Stone Massage

The heated stones provide variety, which helps reduce habituation, a decreased response to repeated stimuli. Using hot stones in this way creates a vibrant sensory experience that keeps your brain engaged while helping you feel wonderful.
Sometimes the focused heat of the stone can help reduce hypersensitive or ticklish areas.
Feeling the hot stone glide against your skin can feel like it is melting away all of your stress and anxiety.