Hot Stone and Gem Massage by Dagmar Fleck, Liane Jochum (2008, Paperback, Translation)

Hot Stone and Gem Massage is based upon the traditional style of the Hawaiian Hot Stone Massage. Of the two main types of stone massage techniques, this methodology is probably the easiest to learn and most flexible. Conversely, the LaStone technique, based upon the healing knowledge of the North American Hopi Peoples, follows very strict guidelines and can only be practiced by licensed practitioners.

Hot Stone and Gem Massage is a very good resource for anyone looking to get into hot stone and gem massage. The book includes full instructions on how to choose stones, which oils can be used during the process, where to place the elements, how to do the massage portions, and the intention of each action. The authors also explain how to do several alternative techniques that can be used in the process. Full color pictures are included showing the layouts and the more difficult techniques.