Melt Away Muscle Tension. Restore Deep Relaxation.

Hot Stone Therapy at RuppMassage combines the healing power of heat with targeted massage techniques to deliver a deeply restorative experience. Smooth, heated basalt stones are used to gently warm and loosen tight muscles, helping your body release stress and tension more effectively.

This therapy promotes more than comfort. It is about results. By increasing blood flow and relaxing the muscle tissue, the stones allow your massage therapist to reach deeper layers without needing to apply intense pressure. It is ideal for individuals recovering from physical strain, athletes looking to improve recovery, and anyone experiencing chronic tightness or fatigue.

In addition to its physical benefits, Hot Stone Therapy has been shown to improve sleep quality and reduce disturbances. A randomized controlled trial found that patients receiving hot stone massage reported significantly better sleep outcomes, including increased restfulness and fewer nighttime awakenings. This highlights its therapeutic potential for both mind and body recovery (Ghavami et al., 2019).

Whether you are seeking relief from muscle soreness, enhanced mobility, or a way to decompress mentally, Hot Stone Therapy can offer a well-rounded approach to healing and performance recovery.

Benefits of Hot Stone Therapy

• Releases deep muscle tension without excessive pressure 
• Increases circulation and promotes healing 
• Supports more restful, uninterrupted sleep 
• Reduces stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue 
• Enhances mobility and joint flexibility 
• Prepares the body for deeper tissue work 

FAQs About Hot Stone Therapy

What are the stones made of?
We use smooth basalt stones, known for their ability to retain heat effectively and evenly. Their weight and warmth make them ideal for therapeutic use.

Is hot stone massage good for athletes?
Yes. Athletes often experience tight, overworked muscles that benefit from both heat and manual therapy. Hot stones help release tension in a way that supports recovery and minimizes soreness after intense training or competition.

Does it hurt?
Not at all. The heat from the stones relaxes your muscles, allowing deeper massage with less discomfort. Clients often describe it as deeply soothing and grounding.

How hot do the stones get?
Stones are heated to a therapeutic range, typically between 120°F and 130°F. We always check the temperature to ensure it is comfortable and safe for your skin.

Can this help with sleep problems?
Yes. Research has shown that hot stone massage may improve sleep quality by reducing stress and physical tension. In fact, a 2019 clinical study found that individuals receiving hot stone therapy experienced better sleep patterns and fewer nighttime interruptions.

Who should not receive hot stone therapy?
If you have conditions such as neuropathy, uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure, or recent surgeries, let us know before your session. We will customize or suggest an alternative therapy that best fits your needs.

Book Your Hot Stone Therapy Session

Give your body the recovery it deserves. Whether you are in the middle of your training cycle or simply need to feel better in your body, Hot Stone Therapy can help you restore balance, ease tension, and sleep better tonight.

Book now or call 317 223 1639 to reserve your session.

Works cited:

Ghavami H, Shamsi SA, Abdollahpoor B, Radfar M, Khalkhali HR. Impact of hot stone massage therapy on sleep quality in patients on maintenance hemodialysis: A randomized controlled trial. J Res Med Sci. 2019 Aug 28;24:71. doi: 10.4103/jrms.JRMS_734_18. PMID: 31523257; PMCID: PMC6734672.