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History of Hot Stone Massage
Contraindications of Hot Stone Massage
Supplies for Hot Stone Massage
How to Use Hot Stone Massage Supplies
Basalt Stones & Hot Stone Massage
Prep for Giving Hot Stone Massage
Prep the Client for Hot Stone Massage
Hot Stone Placement on the Back for Massage
Hot Stone Massage for Legs in Prone Position
Hot Stone Placement on Prone Legs for Massage
Hot Stone Massage for Arms in Prone Position
Hot Stone Massage for Lower Back
Hot Stone Massage for Middle Back
Hot Stone Massage for Upper Back & Neck
Prep Massage Client for Supine Position
Hot Stone Placement on Chest for Massage
Hot Stone Massage for Legs in Supine Position
Hot Stone Placement on Supine Legs for Massage
Hot Stone Massage for Arms in Supine Position
Hot Stone Massage for The Neck
Hot Stone Massage for The Face
Ending the Hot Stone Massage Session
Cleaning Hot Stone Massage Equipment
Hot stones can be made from several types of rocks. The rocks chosen have to be able to withstand heated t… More
A hot stone massage is different from a traditional massage because it involves the use of heated stones p… More
Practiced in ancient medicine for centuries, a heated stone massage is a technique that is renowned for it… More
When massaging with hot stones, make sure they're warm and comfortable and that they aren't used directly … More
Basalt stones are popular for hot stone massage and have a high lead content. Practice hot stone massage t… More
How to heat the stones for hot stone massage therapy in this free massage therapy video.… More
Learn how to prepare hot stones for a hot stone massage with expert massage tips in this free relaxation a… More
How to place the stones for hot stone massage therapy in in this free massage therapy video.… More
Massage stones are nonporous rocks, such as basalt and plain river rocks, that retain heat or cold well. T… More
Hot stone massages should be done along the muscles and not along the spine. Give a stone massage with tip… More
Learn how to place medium and small stones on the body in a hot stone massage with expert massage tips in … More
Learn how to begin to massage the legs during a hot stone massage with expert massage tips in this free re… More
Learn how to remove hot stones from the body at the end of a hot stone massage with expert massage tips in… More
For hot stone massage, the therapist needs warmer, light-colored towels and stones of various sizes and sh… More
This specialty massage is increasing in popularity for treating muscle ailments, inflammation and injury. … More
Summary: Basalt stones are popular for hot stone massage and have a high lead content. Practice hot stone massage therapy with this free massage video.
Nicole Aleskas professionally concentrates on educating clients about their body and what they can do to improve their overall well being as well as using massage to help facilitate...read more
"I'd like to talk to you about the stones I use for hot stone massage. I use basalt stones and they come in all shapes and sizes. They are called igneous stones because they come from molten lava that has dried. They have a lot of lead content, so it helps retain the heat during the massage. They're very smooth in touch. They're considered to have fine crystals inside the stones so that there are no ridges, no scratches. And they're almost impossible to break. So when you're working, it's going to happen. Stones are going to fall off the table. So don't get too worried about them breaking. I have different sizes here. The larger stones retain heat the longest and they're used to place on the various parts of the body like the back and the leg. The medium size stones are used in my hand while I'm massaging the person. And I can use them for effleurage and petrissage. And I change out the stones frequently because they will cool. The smaller stones are for the facial massage. And the smallest stones are for the toes. I place the stones in my roaster before my session and place a towel on the bottom of the roaster to help keep the stones in place. And the stones I'm going to use last are the smaller stones for massaging the body, and the first ones I'm going to be using, excuse me, the larger stones for placement. So I put those stones on top. So the smaller stones go in first and then on top the larger stones. And then I turn up my heat."
eHow Article: Basalt Stones & Hot Stone Massage
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