A hot rock massage uses smooth, nonporous stones to apply heat to key locations on the body. There are many health benefits associated with body massage. According to MayoClinic.com, relaxing with a massage can lower blood pressure, boost immunity and alleviate pain. The combination of the heat and pressure from the stones further enhances the experience. Giving a hot stone massage is something that most people can do with a little practice.
Step 1
Set up a crock pot with water and place the stones inside. Heat the water in the pot to approximately 125 degrees F.
Step 2
Place a towel over the back of the massage recipient.
Step 3
Use tongs to lift the hot stones out of the crock pot and lay them across the towel. River Rock Massage suggests you heat stones of various sizes for best effect.
Step 4
Fold the towel over the top of the stones.
Step 5
Massage the leg area using two small stones from the towel. Gently press the stone into the skin to massage the muscles. Once the leg massage is complete, place the towel with the stones over the legs and proceed with the back massage.
Step 6
Remove the towel from the legs and ask the recipient to turn over. Place the towel on the stomach and begin the front massage. Seastones Massage recommends placing one stone over the heart and smaller stones between fingers and toes.
Step 7
Boil stones for five to 10 minutes between massages to clean them. Fill a large pot with water and add 1/2 cup sea salt. Let the stones cool to room temperature before using them again.
Things You'll Need
- Water
- Crock pot
- Towel
- Tongs
- Massage stones in various sizes
- Large pot
- 1/2 cup sea salt
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