Theratools Marble Basic Body Set, 6 piece

Details

This comprehensive set of six cooling marble stones is ideal for full-body massage, sports recovery, and contrast therapy. Each stone is sculpted from dense, naturally polished marble that stays cool longer than most materials—making it an effective option for soothing inflammation, or refreshing tired muscles after deep tissue work.

Therapists will find the ergonomic mix of rounded and tapered shapes intuitive to use for gliding, sculpting, or precision work. Clients enjoy the refreshing sensation that signals relaxation, balance, and a restorative finish.

Features

• 6-piece set with a range of shapes for both broad strokes and pinpoint focus
• Naturally smooth and dense for excellent cooling retention
• Easy to integrate into contrast massage or calming protocols
• Polished finish glides well with massage oil or lotion

Includes

• 2 Small Round Stones (approx. 2.5″ × 2.5″ × 0.75″) – ideal for hands, feet, neck

• 2 Medium Round Stones (approx. 3.0″ × 3.0″ × 2.0″) – suited for shoulders, calves, chest

• 2 Single-Taper Oblong Stones (approx. 6″ × 1.75″ × 0.75″) – one flat side and one tapered edge for targeted bodywork

Why You’ll Love This Set

• Offers versatility across a full-body service without needing multiple tools
• Useful for inflammation-prone clients or during warm-weather sessions
• Durable, reusable tools with a professional-grade finish
• Allows therapists to alternate between muscle sculpting and grounding strokes

Treatment Recommendations

• Use chilled for full-body cooling massages or post-workout recovery
• Alternate with warm stones in contrast therapy to support circulation
• Great for TMJ, sinus, neck work, or as a calming finish to deep tissue treatments

Best Used For

• Full-body cooling and lymphatic support
• Post-exercise recovery or inflammation-focused sessions
• Alternating warm/cold contrast work
• Soothing sensitive or heat-reactive skin

Historical & Interesting Facts

• Marble has been used since ancient Greek and Roman times for cooling rituals, temple floors, and bathhouse therapy
• Roman bath attendants are believed to have used polished marble stones for primitive contrast massage techniques
• In Ayurvedic and traditional Eastern practices, cold stones are used to calm pitta energy—helping reduce heat and inflammation in the body
• Often associated with clarity and calm in traditional wellness systems, marble is thought to quiet the mind and restore balance
• Modern massage therapists value marble for its smooth texture and ability to stay cool longer than ice, offering controlled, localized cold therapy without the discomfort of melting or dripping
• Marble is now a trusted material in both spa and clinical settings for lymphatic care, TMJ support, sinus relief, and restorative finishing work

Care, Use, and Safety

• Best used cool or at room temperature—ideal for reducing inflammation, calming muscles, or refreshing the nervous system
• Chill in cold water or the refrigerator—do not freeze
• To keep chilled stones close during treatment, place them in a rubber or stainless steel bowl filled with cool water on your table or trolley
• For contrast work, warm stones gently using the Theratools Warming Tray or Mobile Warming Bag—note that marble does not hold heat for extended periods
• Always test temperature on your inner forearm before applying to clients
• Wash thoroughly with warm soapy water, then disinfect with an EPA-registered spray or wipe (such as Lucas-Cide)
• Avoid dropping or exposing to sudden temperature changes
• Allow to dry completely before storing

Technical Snapshot

• Material: Metamorphic marble – a dense natural stone formed under heat and pressure, valued for its smoothness and ability to retain a consistent cool temperature
• Density: Medium–High (~2.7–2.9 g/cm³)
• Temperature Use: Cool or gently warmed (short-duration use only)
• Durability: High with proper care; not impact-resistant
• Sanitation Method: Wash with warm soapy water + EPA-registered disinfectant (spray or wipe)
• Finish: Polished for smooth glide

Please Note
Each marble stone will vary slightly in color, tone, and veining—adding to its natural character and uniqueness.