Hot Stone Massage

Hot Stone Massage

Hot Stone Massage is a specialized therapeutic technique where smooth, heated stones are placed on specific points on the body and used by the therapist as extensions of their hands. This treatment is profoundly relaxing and combines the benefits of traditional massage with thermotherapy (heat therapy).

1. Core Mechanism and Stones

The primary mechanism involves using heat to penetrate muscle tissues deeper and faster than massage pressure alone, promoting rapid relaxation.

• The Stones Typically, smooth, flat, dark stones made of Basalt are used. Basalt is a volcanic rock that is non-porous and retains heat longer than other types of stones, making it ideal for this therapy.

• Heating Method The stones are heated in a controlled water bath to a temperature range between 120 F to 130 F (48 C to 54 C). The temperature is meticulously monitored for client safety.

• Placement Stones are strategically placed on key energy points, often along the spine, in the palms, on the abdomen, and between the toes. This localized heat encourages the muscles to relax and facilitates energy flow.

2. Technique and Flow

The session is a balanced combination of placing the stones and massaging with them.

• Placement (Static Heat): Stones are placed on the body's energy centers for several minutes to warm up the tissue, increase local circulation, and prepare the muscles for deeper work.

• Manoeuvres (Dynamic Work): The therapist uses the stones—often coated in oil—to perform classic massage techniques such as:

  • Long, Gliding Strokes (Effleurage): Using the smooth, curved surface of the stone to apply heat and pressure evenly across large muscle groups.

  • Circular Movements (Friction): Targeted use of the stone edges or tips to work small, tight areas.

• Alternating Temperature (Optional): Some advanced techniques may involve briefly placing cold marble stones after hot stones to soothe inflammation and provide a powerful circulatory contrast, though this is less common.

3. Primary Benefits and Contraindications

Hot Stone Massage is excellent for both relaxation and moderate therapeutic relief.

• Profound Relaxation: The warmth is deeply comforting and induces a state of immediate, deep relaxation, making it superb for stress relief and insomnia.

• Increased Circulation: The heat causes vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), increasing blood flow to the area, which helps carry away metabolic waste.

• Pain and Tension Relief: The heat allows the therapist to penetrate deeper muscle layers with less intense pressure, effectively relieving chronic stiffness and muscle spasms.

Contraindications (When to Avoid)

• High Blood Pressure / Heart Disease Heat significantly affects circulation and heart rate.

• Pregnancy Heating the body's core temperature is generally advised against.

• Skin Conditions Sunburn, rashes, thin skin, or nerve damage (which prevents accurate heat detection).

In summary, Hot Stone Massage is the perfect offering for clients seeking ultimate relaxation, deep warmth, and effective muscle relief without the intensity often associated with Deep Tissue work.

💵Services Price List :

60 Minutes Treatment = Rp 350.000

90 Minutes Treatment = Rp 550.000

120 Minutes Treatment = Rp 700.000