Hot stone massage

The power of heat: therapeutic massage with lava stones

Relax your muscles and stress with a lava stone massage at Eden’s Garden. Hot lava stones and essential oils have a therapeutic effect and help to warm the muscles and relieve pain. Recommended.

Benefits of lava stone massage

This massage is a combination of a relaxing oil and aroma massage, and has one great advantage – it can relieve most of the muscle tension. The treatment uses a combination of pre-heated lava stones and massage techniques to relax stiff and tense muscles. The addition of essential oils during the massage enhances its therapeutic effect, as these oils penetrate deep into the muscles and provide additional relaxation and comfort.

Therapeutic effects

After this treatment you will get perfect relaxation, because the hot stones and warm essential oils have a therapeutic effect and help to warm up the muscles. The combination of massage and hot stones will relax tense muscles and relieve pain. Soothing essential oils will bring you relief and relaxation.

How hot stone massage works

During the massage, the therapist uses smooth, heated stones which he places on certain parts of the body or uses them as an extension of his own hands. The heat from these stones deeply relaxes and warms tense muscles, allowing the therapist to work intensely and quickly.

Treatments at Eden’s Garden

How is the lava stone massage at Eden’s Garden? First, the lava stones are placed in a heater filled with water. The massage stones are preheated to a temperature between 130 and 145 degrees. When all the stones are sufficiently heated, some are placed on specific points on the body such as the back, arms and legs. The therapist will use the rest of the stones to massage the muscles.

Effects on the body and mind

A lava stone massage will help your body calm down and release accumulated tension and stress, leaving you feeling refreshed and energised.

History and Origin of Lava Stone Massage

Lava stone massage, an ancient technique, has its roots in various cultures around the world. In ancient China, hot stones were used to balance the body’s energy pathways, while in India they were part of Ayurvedic medicine, harmonizing body and spirit. Indians in North America used hot stones in sweat lodges for spiritual cleansing, and in Japan “ishiyu” therapy treated muscle pain and fatigue.

The healing power of heat: The benefits of heat from lava stones

These cultures have discovered that the heat from the stones penetrates deep into the muscles, increasing blood flow and releasing tension, thereby improving flexibility and reducing pain. The lava stones, made of basalt, retain heat for long periods of time, allowing the therapist to work deep into the muscles without excessive pressure, bringing the client a deep sense of calm and well-being.

Consultation on the strength and intensity of the massage

Consult our therapists for the strength and intensity of the massage. To achieve the desired result and meet your expectations. Our therapists have years of experience and can focus on the specific points that are bothering you. Each of our massages is based on best practices that we modify based on feedback from our customers.

Important Information for Your Comfort

As the lava stones are heated to a certain temperature before the massage, it is important that clients are informed about this process. The stones may be hot but should never cause discomfort to the client. If you are sensitive to temperature or concerned about hot stones, you can check the temperature of the stone before starting the massage. Always alert the therapist if you feel uncomfortable or have any concerns. At Eden’s Garden, your comfort is our priority and we are ready to adapt the temperature of the stones to your individual needs.

External Links and References

• The History and Origins of Hot Stone Massage