Have you ever gotten a hot rock massage? How does it feel?

Question by Kenzie 229: Have you ever gotten a hot rock massage? How does it feel?
I’m nervous, I want to try it sometime, but worried that it will be too hot, feel too weird etc…

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Answer by Another Massage Therapist
Hot stone massage is a wonderful therapy, and it feels great! The stones that are used are smooth volcanic basalt which holds heat, and are generally used with lotion or oil to glide on the body. Some massage therapists offer hot stone placement, where stones are placed in spinal layouts and on the body, either on skin, or on top of a sheet.

The hot stones should never be too hot for your skin, and a qualified therapist will make sure the stones are heated properly in warm water, and should test them before placing them on your body. Search for a therapist who is trained in La Stone Therapy if you are nervous, this is extensive training in the art of stone therapy. If you see a therapist already, ask them for a mini stone demo using just a few stones so you can see what it feels like. The heat helps relax muscles and generally is awesome!

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