Massage Therapy Journal Fall 2025

CoreStones

CoreStones in Action: Seeing the Magic Massage therapists who incorporate CoreStones into their work often say the same thing: “You have to feel it to believe it.” Whether used hot for soothing, deep release, or cold to reduce inflammation and tension, the versatile tools adapt to the body and the therapist’s intentions. Made from soapstone, a natural material known for being an exceptional thermal conductor, CoreStones offer sustained temperature control with minimal effort. They glide over tissue, delivering heat that penetrates deeply into the muscles—allowing for effective deep tissue work with far less physical strain. As Shelle explains, “CoreStones allow therapists to extend their careers. They can now deliver the pressure clients want, without hurting their wrists, thumbs, or shoulders.” CoreStones™—a unique modality that combines deep tissue massage with the therapeutic benefits of hot and cold stone therapy. The result is not only a more powerful session for clients but a revolutionary tool that’s helping massage therapists protect their most valuable assets: their hands. In a field built on healing touch, transformation often arises from necessity. For veteran massage therapist Shelle Hagen, that transformation took shape in the form of