Hot stones add a luxurious touch to the session while offering real therapeutic benefits. The steady heat helps the nervous system relax more quickly, making it easier to sink into deeper work. Heated to a perfect temperature, the stones are used to glide across the body or anchor into specific areas of tension. They bring a grounding, calming quality to the work—ideal for clients who want both relaxation and results. Most clients really enjoy the warmth and weight they bring, especially when paired with deeper techniques.
Please note: Massages, especially deep tissue treatments, do not need to be painful to be effective. If you're flinching through the pain, it can lead to muscle guarding, which is counterproductive. There’s no studies showing that aggressive treatments are more effective. I prefer to work deeply yet gently. All massage styles engage the nervous system through touch, and some clients respond better to lighter pressure, while others benefit from deeper or slower work. A combination of techniques is often preferred by most.
