Thai Stem Relaxation Masage + What you need to know

Thai Stem Relaxation Massage

You  may have heard of it, you may be wondering what it is. I am here to tell you what it is, where it comes from, how it can benefit you, and why you should be getting it.

Used in Thailand for centuries in medicinal healing practices this massage incorporates many techniques and elements of  massage movements paired with a heated compress of Thai herbs to relieve tension and deeply detoxify the body.

Herbal compress balls or "Thai stems" are often used in spas around the world for enhancing treatments or on their own as part of a massage. The Thai stem is made from various herbs wrapped in cotton fabric and is commonly used in conjunction with traditional massage as well as relaxation massage.

10 Benefits of Thai Stem Relaxation Massage:

1) Freedom from headaches, sinuses, and head colds.
2) Relief from fatigue and stress
3) Stimulates internal organs
4) Improves  blood circulation
5) Promotes skin cell growth
6) Relief from chronic back pain
7) Relief from arthritis
8) Relief from tension
9) Lessen the pain of bruises
10) Deeply detoxifies the body

Thai stems are often encouraged to take home after your spa treatment for they can be used for up to 15 months after opened for its first use if stored properly. Each individual Thai stem can be used 10 times!

There is a few things to be aware of when using a Thai stem or natural herbal compress ball:

• After steaming or heating the stem, it is very hot and needs to be handled with care.
• It is important to test the stem on your forearm or wrist before using on body.
• Do not overheat the Thai stem or apply too much pressure
• Do not heat the stem when it is dry or it will burn. The stem must be moistened before being steamed or heated.