The traditional Thai Herbal Compress is a heated muslin parcel of aromatic herbs and spices used for centuries throughout Thailand as a remedy for sore aching muscles, stress relief, exhaustion and other ailments. This is truly a wonderful treatment that is still little known in the United States. Hot compresses are frequently used to address chronic problems such as, back pain, tendonitis and shoulder strain.

The compresses are soaked, steamed and then used on the body by either patting, pounding or rolling them onto the skin. The heat from the compress carries the herbal essences and essential oils deep into the skin, underlying tissues and organs. The treatment brings about a deep sensation of comfort and warmth whilst stimulating the body to detoxify and heal itself.

The herbs themselves have many medicinal properties - anti-inflammatory, astringent, anti-bacterial and other effects are present in many of the herbs. In addition, the compress releases a wonderful aroma from such aromatic herbs as Camphor, Lemongrass, and Patchouli, which relieves stress, clears congestion and invigorates.