ABOUT THAI HERBAL BALL MASSAGE
Thai Herbal Ball massage is one of the healing massage techniques developed in Thailand. 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. Thai Herbal Ball massage is a relaxing treatment to unwind your body and energize it fully.
The massage uses a selection of therapeutic herbs, such as ginger, turmeric, and lemongrass – which are wrapped in a muslin cloth and tied into a ball. The ball full of healing herbs is then steamed gently and applied to your body in mild pressing, circular and rolling movements.
The traditional herbs used: Camphor – is stimulating the brain, heart and circulation but relieves mental and emotional stress, anxiety and insomnia. When inhaled it is good for sinuses and respiration. Used in compresses it soothes sore muscles and arthritis, and treats nervous system disorders such as multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia. Ginger – soothing the muscle aches and pain. Natural emollient used by women to tone and soften their skin. Eucalyptus – the aroma has an emotionally refreshing effect. While inhaling the steamed vapours or applying to the chest and throat are all effective treatments for colds, cough, congestion, asthma and other respiratory conditions. It is also antiseptic killing germs and speeding the healing of wounds and infections. Galangal – used internally relieves many digestive ailments. It is strong antiseptic, toning the skin and treating skin diseases. Ginger – powerful stimulant with heating effects on the body. Its oil boosts circulation, eases muscle stiffness and increases the potency of all herbs combined with it. Kaffir Lime – the vapours are uplifting, treating respiratory ailments and oil on the skin acts as a cleansing astringent. Lemongrass – soothing yet invigorating, clearing the head and uplifting the mind. Turmeric – one of the key ingredients in healing, used internally for circulatory and digestive problems. It is also natural moisturizer and antiseptic for skin treatments. This technique is unique in the sense that it stimulates multiple aspects of the human body and mind as it uses herbal balls to apply the massage strokes. The massage can be applied with different purposes such as: relaxing, stimulating, exfoliating, slimming, detoxification, and esthetic treatments. The desired effect is directly related to the composition of the bag; its ingredients, properties, temperature, and aroma. This massage treatment cleanses your skin by promoting cell growth, while also nourishing and revitalizing the skin.
The Thai herbal Ball massage at the ELEOS Massage offers several potential health benefits that go beyond general relaxation and rejuvenation.