Philippine Massage & Spa

General Hot Stone Massage

Hot stone massage is a specialty massage technique that uses smooth, warmed basalt (volcano rock). It is said to be a deeply relaxing form of massage, and the heat from the rocks is said to help release muscle tension. Before the massage begins, the therapist warms the rocks in warm water. The technique uses the same basic strokes as a Swedish massage; however, basalt stones are substituted for the use of fingers. As the stones cool, the massage therapist replaces them with warm stones. Additionally, the massage therapist may lay warm stones on you as a means of increasing the flow of energy in your body.  Read more…

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