Herbs are wrapped in muslin to create the herbal compress.  Some of the herbs in the compress include lemongrass, turmeric, prai, kaffir lime, camphor and tamarind.  Commonly accepted benefits of these herbs include anti-inflammatory properties, antiseptic properties that can soothe and heal the skin, and astringent values that draw out toxins to purify the skin while having a cleansing affect that promotes healing and soothes the skin.  The herbal compress treatment is traditionally a hot treatment.  The compress is soaked and steamed before use.  It can be used in combination with traditional Swedish massage or as a tool to work on specific parts of the body that need special attention for muscular tightness or pain.

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