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Popular the world over, hot stone massage therapy is thought to have originated around 5000 years ago in India. The most prominent accounts, however, stem back around 2000 years from China where thousands of historical accounts show heated stones being used as a method of improving the internal organ functions. In the modern world, however, hot stone therapy rose to prominence in 1993, and has become renowned for its ability to relieve muscle stress and relax the body.
How does it work?
Hot stone massage employs the use of very smooth and even basalt rocks. Basalt is an extremely fine-grained volcanic rock that is composed of pyroxene and plagioclase. The rocks while porous are generally smooth and retain heat well.
The basalt rock is generally heated to around 53 degrees, this is the optimum temperature as it will not burn, nor will it leave any marks on the body.
Though there are many modern methods and techniques when it comes to hot stone massage, the traditional method is employed at the Botanica Day Spa. The Basalt stones are strategically placed on the body, and smaller stones are then placed on key energy points. While the stones are in place, warm oils will be massaged deeply into the muscles.
What are the benefits?
Hot stone massage fosters considerable health benefits which have many of our clients returning time and time again. Adding heat can help to enhance the primary benefits of a traditional massage drastically.
The addition of heat can see a reduction in levels of pain and help muscles feel more relaxed. It has been recently shown that hot stone therapy promotes deeper levels of sleep. Hot stone massage therapy also works on the mind, significantly reducing stress and anxiety.
Botanica Day Spa pride themselves on offering the best massage in Melbourne. The hot stone therapy is just one of many fantastic massage options. All of the treatments on offer are practised to the highest standards of safety and professionalism. At the Botanica Day Spa, proven techniques are used, and all of the therapists are highly trained.
If you have any medical conditions, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor before booking any treatments. It is not advised that pregnant women participate in hot stone massages, instead, Botanica Day Spa offer a dedicated and customised massage treatment for expectant mothers.
With a wide range of massage day spa options available, Botanica Day Spa aim to offer the best massage in Melbourne to provide you with a luxurious and rejuvenating experience – hot or not.
