Heating Up Your Relaxation: The Solaris Difference in Hot Stone Massage
Close-up of massage therapist’s hands using heated stones on client’s back in a cozy treatment room
Free October Add-On: Hot Stone Preview
Add a complimentary Hot Stone preview to any 60- or 90-minute session this month. Brief heat integration, no extra time or fee. Note contraindications.
At Solaris Massage, we approach relaxation as a clinical craft. Our Hot Stone Massage integrates heat with skilled manual therapy—not as decoration, but as a means to improve tissue response and client comfort.
The role of warmth
Hot Stone Massage warms muscle and connective tissue, tapping into their thixotropic behavior—becoming more pliable under heat and movement. When tissue is receptive, the therapist can work more effectively with less discomfort.
How our method differs
Rather than placing stones passively, we incorporate smooth, heated basalt stones into continuous manual techniques. The stones function as an extension of the hands, allowing broad, even pressure while preserving sensitivity to tissue tone and client feedback.
Therapeutic focus
Our aim is targeted relief within a relaxing framework. We use heat to facilitate change in areas of tension, not to mask it. Sessions are adjusted to your presentation that day—stress reduction, specific discomfort, or general recovery.
Individualized care
Every body responds differently. Your therapist will discuss goals, relevant health history, and any heat sensitivities to calibrate temperature, pressure, and pacing.
When heat may not be appropriate
Please avoid hot stone work with fever, open skin conditions, active inflammation, uncontrolled hypertension, neuropathy, or when your provider advises against heat. If pregnant or managing medical concerns, consult your clinician and notify us before booking.
Booking and gifts
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Common questions about how we use heat therapeutically at Solaris
FAQ: Hot Stone at Solaris Massage
Is Hot Stone just for relaxation, or is it therapeutic?
We use smooth, heated basalt stones in motion as an extension of the hands to provide broad, even heat. The goal is to make tissue more receptive to skilled manual work—relaxing, yes, but with clear therapeutic intent.
How does the heat help?
Gentle heat supports the thixotropic response of soft tissue, making muscle and fascia more pliable. That lets us work effectively with less discomfort.
What makes your approach different?
We integrate stones throughout the session rather than parking them in place. This keeps contact broad and smooth while preserving the therapist’s sensitivity to tissue tone and client feedback.
Who is a good candidate?
Clients seeking meaningful relaxation without high-intensity pressure, those who “run cold,” or anyone feeling travel/seasonal stiffness who wants a gentle reset.
When should I avoid heat?
Skip hot stone with fever, open skin issues, active inflammation, uncontrolled high blood pressure, neuropathy, heat intolerance, or when your provider advises against heat. If you’re pregnant or unsure, please consult your clinician and tell us before booking.
Can I request areas of focus?
Yes. Tell us your priorities (neck/shoulders, low back, etc.) and we’ll calibrate temperature, pressure, and pacing to your goals.
Is Hot Stone available for Couples sessions?
Yes—availability varies by therapist/schedule. Check the Couples Hot Stone option when booking or double check by replying to the text confirmations after booking.
