Shila Abhyanga

Hot Stone Massage Therapy

90 min | $265

Feel the transformative warmth of Shila Abhyanga, a therapeutic journey that combines smooth, heated basalt stones with herb-infused Ayurvedic oils.

During your treatment, the practitioner expertly glides the warm stones over your skin, focusing on marma points (energy centers) to release tension and promote a harmonious flow of energy. The soothing heat penetrates deeply, easing muscle tightness, enhancing circulation, and leaving your skin soft and radiant. This ancient Ayurvedic therapy grounds and calms, offering profound relaxation and inner stillness.

Discover deep relaxation and restoration with Prana’s Shila Abhyanga, an ancient Ayurvedic therapy blending warm, healing stones and herb-infused oils for a unique, rejuvenating experience. This therapy draws from time-honored Ayurvedic wisdom to soothe the body, balance energy, and calm the mind.

Shila Abhyanga uses smooth basalt stones heated in water to create a slow, deep tissue massage, stimulating the circulatory system, softening muscles, and releasing tension. As the warm stones glide over oiled skin, they open energy pathways, known as marmas, encouraging a state of profound relaxation and peace.

These key marma points are believed in Ayurveda to connect physical, emotional, and energetic systems within the body, fostering an all-encompassing healing experience. Room-temperature crystals may be carefully placed on the body to align with chakra points (the body’s main energy centers), promoting balance and harmony within.

The warmth of the stones allows for deeper muscle relaxation, easing physical discomfort, while their high thermal radiance gently melts away stress and anxiety. The stones act as natural conductors, channeling energy and helping to release stored tension, creating a grounding effect that calms both body and mind.

Benefits

Ideal for those seeking relief from modern-day stresses and the fast-paced demands of life, this treatment offers numerous benefits:

  • Increased circulation and lymphatic flow for detoxification and vitality.
  • Muscle relaxation as tightness melts away under the soothing heat.
  • Chakra balancing through precise placement of stones, encouraging energy alignment.
  • Nervous system calming as the stones placed along the spine promote deep relaxation.
  • Skin revitalisation with gentle exfoliation, leaving a natural glow.
  • Detoxification of both the physical body and release of emotional and energetic blockages, promoting a deeply restorative experience.

At Prana, our skilled practitioner personalises the Shila Abhyanga experience to suit each individual’s unique constitution and needs, taking into account seasonal influences and any imbalances in their dosha (Ayurvedic energy type).

The warmth of the stones works synergistically with the healing oils, allowing clients to feel centered, rejuvenated, and truly balanced. This approach ensures that every client receives a tailored experience, designed to harmonise with their individual body-mind constitution and promote a sense of holistic well-being.

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Shila Abhyanga – FAQs

Shila Abhyanga, or Ayurvedic hot stone massage, is a deeply restorative therapy that combines heated basalt stones and herb-infused oils to harmonise body and mind. This traditional Ayurvedic practice stimulates circulation, relaxes muscles, and gently removes tension from the body. Through strategic placement and gliding of warm stones on marma points (energy centers), the therapy enhances energy flow and induces profound relaxation, making it ideal for grounding and rejuvenation.

Unlike standard hot stone massages, Shila Abhyanga incorporates Ayurvedic principles by balancing the body’s energy flow and working on specific marma points (energy centers) to promote healing. The herb-infused oils used are tailored to your unique dosha (Ayurvedic energy type), enhancing the massage’s effects and aligning mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, room-temperature crystals are sometimes placed on chakra points (the body’s main energy centers) to promote energetic harmony and deeper relaxation.

In your Shila Abhyanga session, our skilled practitioner will first apply warm, herbal oils to dissolve tension and open the marma points (energy centers). The heated basalt stones are then glided over your body, and placed strategically on key points to deepen the healing. As the stones transmit warmth, they melt away physical and mental stress, grounding you in a peaceful, centered state.

Yes, basalt stones are particularly effective due to their high iron content and ability to retain heat for extended periods, making them perfect for prolonged muscle relaxation. The warmth from these stones penetrates deeply, aiding in detoxification, releasing repressed tension, and gently exfoliating the skin to leave it glowing and refreshed.

This treatment not only relaxes the body but also soothes the mind, helping release emotional and energetic blockages. The gentle pressure and warmth of the stones act as a calming influence, which can alleviate feelings of anxiety or emotional stress. By grounding and balancing energy, Shila Abhyanga promotes a sense of mental clarity and inner peace.

After a Shila Abhyanga session, we recommend drinking plenty of water to assist the body in flushing out toxins. Avoid hot baths or saunas for the next 24 hours to keep your body relaxed and the effects of the massage longer-lasting. Using a gentle moisturiser on your skin will help maintain its hydration and enhance the glow. Finally, enjoy some quiet time to fully absorb the benefits of this grounding and balancing treatment.

While Shila Abhyanga is beneficial for most people, those with conditions like high blood pressure, skin sensitivities, or recent injuries should consult their healthcare provider before booking. Our practitioner will customise the treatment to suit your individual needs and comfort level.

Shila Abhyanga

If you seek a soothing and transformative experience with the healing warmth of Ayurvedic stone therapy, contact us to book your Shila Abhyanga treatment. Call us on (08) 9316 1553 or conveniently book online. We look forward to guiding you to a state of calm and balance.

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See other Ayurvedic massage treatments at Prana. Learn more about our Ayurvedic rituals, such as Shirodhara and Abhyanga Massage.