What to expect when getting a stone massage
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 In a typical session, the therapist will ask you to lie down on a table or floor mat wearing loose clothing and no shoes. while there are several massage styles where the client may remain fully clothed, hot stone therapy and massage should be done with the client covered with a sheet and/or a cotton blanket except for the area that therapist will be working on.
Therapist starts by gliding the stones in a ritualistic, gentle manner at the foot, slowly moving up to the legs, until it reaches the side the torso and up to the arm, right to the fingertips.
The chest and shoulders then receive the same mindful practice. Depending on the size and weight, some stones are placed in the palms and coin-sized stones are lightly wedged between the toes to improve the flow of energy in your body. Heated Chakra stones are used to align and balance chief energy centers. As the stone cools, the therapist replaces it with another.
A single treatment allows the client to feel completely at peace with his or herself as well as with his or her surroundings. Known not only for its healing effect but likewise the ultimate journey for mind, body and soul, stone therapy massage is pure decadence and a real indulgence that every human being definitely deserve!
First Time Tips
First time clients are advised to arrive at the spa a few minutes earlier to relax and be comfortable. If you have any doubts or questions, it is the perfect time to ask and inquire instead of proceeding with the treatment half-heartedly. Make sure you don’t eat heavy meal before the massage. Refraining from smoking it also advised two hours before and after the treatment.
Although the therapists always ensure that the temperature of the stone will not be too hot for you, everyone has their own comfort range.
Remember that hot stone therapy and massage should make you feel calm, at peace and invigorating. So make sure to speak up if the stones are unbearable for you of if the pressure is too intense.
You should not use stone therapy and massage when:
• Individual with infectious skin disease, rash, or open wounds
• Those who just underwent surgery
• Immediately after chemotherapy or radiation, unless recommended by your doctor
• Individuals who are prone to blood clots. If you have heart disease, check with your doctor before having a massage
• Pregnant women unless recommended by their OB Gyne and done by therapists who are certified in pregnancy massage.
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