Hot stone massage, like any other massage technique, alleviates muscular discomfort. The therapeutic benefits of manipulation are made simpler by the use of heated stones, which penetrate the body profoundly. Only in the last five to ten years has hot stone massage treatment become a hot trend in spas and clinics.
Because of their smooth surface and ability to retain heat, basalt river rocks are the most commonly used stones in stone massage. They are built of volcanic rock, which allows them to heat up faster and retain that heat longer than usual. Prior to the treatment, the stones are heated in a professional heater to temperatures ranging from 110°F to 145°F.