Thai Herbal Compress Massage

Service Description

WHAT IS A THAI HERBAL (LUK PRA KO) COMPRESS MASSAGE TREATMENT? Thai Herbal compress (also known as Luk Pra Ko – translated as herbal pressing sphere) has been used for hundreds of years in Thailand as a remedy for sore aching muscles, stress relief, exhaustion and other ailments. This is truly a wonderful treatment that is still little know in Europe. Herbs are wrapped in balls of cotton muslin, steams to release essentials oils and aromas, and the applied along the sen sib or energy lines of the body. Compress Massage aims to loosen blockages and restore the body’s natural equilibrium and balance. It also relaxes the muscles and stimulates the flow of both blood and lymph. Compresses are excellent for stiff, sore or pulled muscles and ligaments; back pain; arthritis; chronic pain or injury; disorders of the internal organs; skin diseases, migraines, and chronic stress or anxiety. A Hot Herbal Compress adds to these benefits the healing effects of therapeutic herbs in patting, pounding and kneading actions. This traditional treatment has been practised to soothe muscle tension and stiffness in key areas. The combination of heat and medicinal herbs, is absorbed by the body to help reduce aches. The ingredients, organic herbs which include ginger root, turmeric, camphor, lime flowers, borneol, citrus hystrix (also known as kaffir lime) and cinnamon, along with the main ingredient of lemon grass, are antioxidants, natural skin softeners, hydrants and refiners. Benefits: Kick starts the elimination of the lymphatic system Helps the balance of the elements within the body Inhalation of the Thai herbs ease respiration Diuretic properties Increased circulation to all of the tissues assisting nourishment and waste removal Calms the digestive system Relives aches and pains in the muscular system Stimulates the skin by nourishing & improving waste removal Course Content & Learning Outcomes History and benefits of Thai Compress Massage What are Thai Herbal Compresses and what are they made of? How to warm the Compresses Your working environment Code of Practice and Insurance for Therapists Health & Safety Consultation including contra-indications Contra-actions/ aftercare advice Marketing Anatomy & Physiology Hygiene and Professionalism Massage techniques The Thai Herbal (Luk Pra Ko) Massage Therapy routine