Thai herbal compress massage (luk pra kob) is a natural and organic treatment that combines the soothing effects of heat and traditional healing herbs to relieve aches and pains in the body.
Used for centuries in Thailand, the treatment begins with a blend of acupressure, lymphatic drainage, Thai yoga stretches, Swedish massage, and Hawaiian Lomi-Lomi techniques. Thai herbal compresses are then steamed and applied with gentle, circular movements.
The result? An incredible full body treatment that will leave you feeling deeply relaxed, balanced, and detoxified!
About the Herbal Compress
The herbal compress is a collection of finely ground organic herbs wrapped in all natural unbleached cotton material. Plai, turmeric, lemongrass, kaffir lime peel & leaves, camphor, tamarind leaves, sweet flag, mountain ebony leaves, somboil, and jeang leaves are the herbs most commonly used in the compresses.
The therapeutic effects of these herbs include:
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* Analgesic
* Antioxidant
* Anti-inflammatory
* Anti-spasmodic
* Anti-emetic
* Expectorant
* Diaphoretic
* Sedative
* Bronchodilator
* Antiseptic
Benefits of Thai Herbal Compress Massage
Enjoy the same effects of a deep tissue massage without the soreness:-
- Relieve muscle tension, tightness, spasms, and cramps
- Improve flexibility and range of motion
- Stimulate lymphatic drainage and blood circulation
- Decrease inflammation
- Sooth stiff, sore muscles
- Promote detoxification
- Decrease joint and connective tissue pain
- Melt away stress and ease anxiety
- Increase sense of well-being
- Encourage the body to heal
After Your Treatment
This treatment can be incredibly relaxing! It is recommended you take extra care when getting off the table and rest after the massage if needed.
Do not shower or bath for 3 to 4 hours following the treatment to allow body temperatures to adjust back to normal. This also allows time for the Thai herbs to absorb into the skin and provide maximum therapeutic effect.
Thai herbal compress massage is not recommended for clients who are: