Hot Stone Massage in Dover

Hot stone massage techniques date back around 5,000 years. They originated from the ancient Indian healing practice Ayurveda, a Sanskrit word that means “knowledge of life” or “science of life.” The original practitioners used heated river stones to improve a person’s health and relaxation.

A similar usage of hot stones has continued throughout history and cultures, into the modern era. Contemporary massage therapists embrace this method to provide safe and effective therapeutic treatments. Your hot stone massage in Dover draws on these ancient practices that can promote pain relief and relaxation.

Your hot stone massage should not cause you any pain. Our licensed and experienced massage therapists are skilled at providing effective and relaxing hot stone massages. We heat the stones to a specific temperature range in a controlled heater. If the stones feel too hot or uncomfortable, please let your massage therapist know. They are there to customize and adjust your treatment as needed.

As with all massages, there is the possibility that you might feel sore for 1 to 2 days after. This is because your massage therapist stimulated deep tissue. This is a normal post-massage feeling and shouldn’t cause any pain.

At Skin Health Medi Spa, we use volcanic rocks called basalt. Since basalt is rich in iron, the stones retain and transfer heat to the skin well. Basalt rocks are ideal for a hot stone massage since they retain and transfer heat to the skin. The stones used in this massage treatment are smooth, flat, and only a few inches long.

We follow the guidelines provided by the American Massage Therapy Association during your hot stone massage in Dover. This means we heat the stones in a professional massage stone heater until they are between 110 to 130 degrees.

If you want to elevate your hot stone massage experience, we have you covered! Turn up the heat and melt away stress, tension, aches, and pains with the following massage therapy add-ons:

• Scalp massage treatment with Doterra essential oils
• Steamed aromatic towel application to the hands, feet, back, and face
• Hydrating soy paraffin treatment for the hands or feet
• Cold and sinus aromatherapy
• Cupping (15-minute add-on)

Getting a hot stone massage in Dover can provide a range of benefits! At a glance, discover what your massage can offer:

• Better sleep quality – Since hot stone massages help you relax, it’s not surprising that you can experience better sleep after the massage.
• Reduced anxiety and stress – Many studies show the relationship between massage therapy and reduced levels of stress and anxiety in patients.
• Relief from pain and tension – Many patients choose hot stone massage therapy because it’s an effective way to relieve pain and muscle tension.
• Increased flexibility – Tense muscles around a joint limit your mobility and flexibility. Relieving the tension in the problem areas can relieve these concerns.