Thai herbal balls (Luk Pra Kob) are a method of treatment employed in traditional Thai medicine. The herbs in the ball will help muscles to relax quickly, and bring skin to a new level of regeneration.
- Turmeric, one of the herbs used in the ball, has been used by Thai women for centuries for helping with toxicity as well as for the cleansing effect it has on skin, for rejuvenation, and promoting new cell growth.
- Kaffir lime also has astringent properties and anti-oxidants that help promote healing.
- Tamarind draws out the oils and toxins as it purifies while it soothes and heals the skin.
- Prai will leave the skin soft and smooth and is said to remove age and liver spots.
The Thai Herbal Ball compress technique offers several potential health benefits. It:
- Induces deep relaxation
- Relieves stress and fatigue
- Boosts both emotional and physical well-being
- Assists alignment and postural integrity of the body
- Improves circulation of blood and lymph
- Stimulates the internal organs
The hot compresses are ideal for alleviating pain, stiff, sore or pulled muscles and ligaments, chronic back aches, arthritis, even skin conditions, migraines and chronic stress or anxiety. The blend of traditional Thai herbs used in these compresses has a relaxing and invigorating effect on the body and mind, soothing sore and overworked muscles while giving the body’s energy reserves a huge boost.
The herbs in the compress possess properties that are anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent and antioxidant. They are used to address sprains, bruises and sore muscles, cleanse and heal the skin by promoting cell growth, and aid upper respiratory ailments such as bronchitis, asthma, and the common cold.
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