A hot stone massage as the name suggests, is simply a kind of special body massage using stones. These stones are used both hot and cold to heal specific areas of the human body using a combination of pressure and temperature therapy. Smooth Basalt stones of varying sizes, shapes, and weights are preferred on account of their ability to retain heat and pass it onto the body during the massage. The massage is a very popular treatment for helping people with muscle relaxation as well as giving a general feeling of wellbeing.