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Post by stingfan on Aug 11, 2015 15:26:56 GMT
Has anyone had a hot stone massage? Is it worth the $100+ price for one? The idea is appealing to me, but the cost is sort of off-putting...
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Post by annabella on Aug 11, 2015 15:37:04 GMT
I believe it's a regular massage then they rub the hot stones on you at the end. I tried it once and really enjoyed it.
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Post by sharlag on Aug 11, 2015 15:37:38 GMT
I've enjoyed it when I've had it done. THe heat makes it easier for them to 'dig in' and work the knots out. ANd it feels wonderful.
One time though, the therapist seemed like she spent as much time fiddling with the stones as she did rubbing me. Maybe she was new? That irked me. I could hear her rummaging around, the stones rattling and whatnot, while I just lay there, not being rubbed.
ETA Re Annabella's observation-- my experience has been with them using the stones throughout the entire massage.
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Post by gar on Aug 11, 2015 15:38:12 GMT
They're not cheap but they are lovely. Not sure quite what that equates to at the moment $/£ but its probably comparable depending partly on the luxury quota of the surroundings and how spoiled you feel
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Post by sharlag on Aug 11, 2015 15:39:20 GMT
They're not cheap but they are lovely. Not sure quite what that equates to at the moment $/£ but its probably comparable depending partly on the luxury quota of the surroundings and how spoiled you feel Right! "WORTH IT" is subjective, eh?
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Post by joelise on Aug 11, 2015 15:42:29 GMT
I've had one. The therapist used different sized hot stones throughout the massage instead of using her hands to touch me. I did enjoy it, however given the choice I would prefer a regular massage.
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Post by Gennifer on Aug 11, 2015 15:45:56 GMT
I didn't like it. I find the hardness of the rocks almost painful, but I do like a very relaxing, soothing massage vs. a deeper tissue massage. Ymmv.
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Post by Yubon Peatlejuice on Aug 11, 2015 16:30:04 GMT
That's all I ever get. It's a softer massage though so if you're looking to be rubbed down hard, get a Swedish massage.
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Post by Legacy Girl on Aug 11, 2015 16:34:58 GMT
LOVE hot stone! It's my fave. Definitely worth the money.
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Post by myshelly on Aug 11, 2015 16:39:37 GMT
My nail salon does a hot foot massage on your legs (up to mid-thigh) and feet when you get a pedi.
If I'm getting a body massage, I prefer a deeper massage and so I don't like a hot stone massage for that.
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Post by padresfan619 on Aug 11, 2015 16:41:43 GMT
That's all I ever get. It's a softer massage though so if you're looking to be rubbed down hard, get a Swedish massage. A Swedish massage is a lighter touch massage. We always suggested those for beginners when I worked at a spa. People who want to really be worked over should ask for deep tissue.
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Post by valleyview on Aug 11, 2015 16:53:47 GMT
Hot stone massages do cost more than Swedish. The heat really seems to loosen the muscles up some. It seems that the heat is meant to go deep, and there is not as much kneading like in a deep tissue massage.
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Post by Yubon Peatlejuice on Aug 11, 2015 17:11:19 GMT
That's all I ever get. It's a softer massage though so if you're looking to be rubbed down hard, get a Swedish massage. A Swedish massage is a lighter touch massage. We always suggested those for beginners when I worked at a spa. People who want to really be worked over should ask for deep tissue. Well I've only had one Swedish massage and that was in Sweden. The massage therapist was really rough. lol But you're right. I was thinking of deep tissue massages.
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Post by deputydog on Aug 11, 2015 17:23:21 GMT
Personally I find hot stone massages underwhelming. Plus you can get burned if the therapist doesn't know what they're doing. I prefer warm bamboo massage if I can find someone who does it.
As for Swedish massage, it can be as light or as deep as you want. I hate the separation of massage into 'Swedish' and 'deep tissue' with different pricing for each. Every massage (with a few exceptions) should be integrated-- no way should a client have 'deep tissue' over every area of their body. It's not appropriate.
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Post by beachbum on Aug 11, 2015 17:25:13 GMT
I've had several at a few different spas, all have been done differently. Some use the stones the whole time, some only sparingly. When they are done well, with lots of stone use, it's well worth the money to me. I have arthritis, and it makes a huge difference for me.
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Post by peppermintpatty on Aug 11, 2015 17:26:07 GMT
Yes it is totally worth it. If they only use the stones at the end, you are getting ripped off. A true on will use them the entire time. IT.IS.HEAVEN!!!!!!
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Post by sharlag on Aug 11, 2015 17:30:30 GMT
I hate the separation of massage into 'Swedish' and 'deep tissue' with different pricing for each. Every massage (with a few exceptions) should be integrated-- no way should a client have 'deep tissue' over every area of their body. It's not appropriate. That's an interesting thought! Maybe they're just trying to clarify for lay people so the therapist knows what we expect. My poor dad had only ONE massage-- using a gift cert I got him for Father's Day. The woman was hurting him, but he never said a word. Some people won't communicate with the therapist, so it's good to discuss in simple terms at the front desk, I suppose.
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Post by stingfan on Aug 11, 2015 17:38:08 GMT
I don't find strangers touching me to be very relaxing, so I thought hot stone might be a good way for me to go. I like the feel of weighted blankets and things like that, so I thought I might like the weight of the stones. I'm going away by myself this weekend (yay!) and I'm looking for a way to treat myself to something special. I still don't know if I can stomach the price though. Being frugal is such a burden .
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Post by deputydog on Aug 11, 2015 17:43:51 GMT
My guess is it's to make more money-- 'deep tissue' usually costs more.
I've been a massage therapist for ten years and it's my opinion that the onus is on the therapist to make sure they are doing right by their client. The first way to do that is to have them fill out an intake form and then discuss anything that may have been highlighted, say, someone indicates they have vertigo or whatever. That's also the time to talk about what the client is looking for, what kind of pressure they like, etc., etc. Then, during the massage, the therapist would do well to ask if the pressure is ok. I have a certain time that I do it-- early enough that they haven't quite gone noodly yet, but far enough along that they've had a chance to feel how I'm working. I adjust my pressure if needed.
I get massages all the time and I'm a straightforward kind of person and sometimes I don't say anything when I would prefer a change of pressure or someone's hurting me, so how can I expect someone who hardly knows me and is naked under a sheet to feel comfortable speaking up? I don't-- I make it as easy on them as I can to let me know. I'm sorry your dad had that experience. Shame on the therapist for not taking the initiative and checking in with him.
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Post by smartypants71 on Aug 11, 2015 17:57:06 GMT
I like a hot stone massage ok. I don't think I'd pay $100/hr for it though. I prefer either a Thai massage or a Chinese massage.
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Post by 2peaornot2pea on Aug 11, 2015 18:45:35 GMT
I've had a hot stone massage a couple of times. I too found it underwhelming. It is relaxing but not has relaxing for me as a traditional massage is.
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Post by worrywart on Aug 11, 2015 18:55:26 GMT
I had one with some hot stones a few weeks ago..She didn't use the stones till the end. They had them in a crock pot with some lotion or something so they were super warm and slippery. It felt awesome (but mine only cost 50, it was a special).
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2015 19:37:29 GMT
I don't think you'll actually feel any "weight" from the stones. I've had several and the stones have always stayed in the therapists hands and they change them out as they cool or for smaller sizes. The first time I ever had it done, I didn't realize there were stones being used (DH had bought the package and I didn't see the details). It was only afterwards that I mentioned it to DH and he said "those were the stones." There was definitely a noticeable difference that I thought was well worth it.
That said, unless I'm trying to deal with an injury or pain, I prefer a very gentle relaxing massage. Unless it's a foot massage - then give me the one with the strongest hands and go for it.
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Post by paget on Aug 11, 2015 20:21:09 GMT
I had one once at the paris hotel Spa in Vegas and it was awesome. They didn't rub me with the stones but rather lie them on a part of my body while they worked on another part. I loved the warmth. It was like a bonus for me because I enjoyed where the stones were warning me and also enjoyed the massaging in another area at the same time.
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Post by k8smom on Aug 11, 2015 20:22:43 GMT
Pure heaven! I'd get them more often if I could afford it!
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Post by littlemama on Aug 11, 2015 20:28:50 GMT
$100/hour seems pretty steep. DH and I are having a couples massage this weekend, and it is costing us $120/hour (there was a place that was $100/hour, but I liked the other one better)
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Post by Leone on Aug 11, 2015 20:48:09 GMT
I find them overrated. Now they are being used when I get my pedicures. Nice touch but I'm not going to pay extra.
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Post by sweetpeasmom on Aug 11, 2015 21:05:39 GMT
I had one earlier this year. I got a gc from a salon and used part if it for that (they don't do regular massages). I didn't really enjoy it as much as I would have liked. The room was too cool and when the stones would cool down, I'd be cold on those spots. Maybe it was just that therapist.
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Post by peasapie on Aug 11, 2015 21:22:45 GMT
I like them, but I also like a traditional massage. I don't like all over deep tissue at all, and I don't like the mud massages.
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Post by sharlag on Aug 11, 2015 21:56:41 GMT
MUD massage? Thai? Chinese? Lots of new terms for me to google!
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