Inspired by ancient rituals, Thai Herbal compresses can be added to your massage as a special treat. The Thai herbs used are anti-inflammatory, local analgesics and muscle relaxants. Applied prior to a treatment, the hot herbal compresses improve range of motion and increase local circulation.
By warming the tissues first with herbal compresses, your Steamboat Springs masseuse will ease residual tension in the muscles and give a boost to the body's energy level.
The herbs induce deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Working your pressure points, we stimulate the free flow of energy and balance the mind and spirit. As a result, therapeutic stretching or other forms of massage can be administered with added grace and ease by your Steamboat massage therapist.
Add on to any massage treatment: - 30 minutes - $45.00
HERBS USED
Lemon Grass
Used through the centuries for its antiseptic and anti bacterial properties, lemongrass is considered to sedate the nervous system, relieve stress and muscle aches, and stimulate the thyroid. Regarded as an excellent herb for circulation, refining pores and increasing skin elasticity.
Prai
A relative of the ginger family, prai looks like a bigger and more bulbous version of ginger. Prai/Plai is used to relieve sore muscles and tired joints-traditionally used to beautify the skin. Declared as a wonder herb, prai is hailed to ward off asthma, chronic colds and nausea. It is also used as an antiseptic, an analgesic, a digestive and helps to reduce fever.
Kaffir Lime
Great for toning the blood and for boosting circulation
Camphor
Both a stimulant and antiseptic, Camphor relieves muscular pains, arthritis, rheumatism, sprains and strains. Camphor is the main ingredient in many arthritis creams and lotions sold commercially for joint and muscle pain.
Tumeric
Turmeric also has a long history of use for its anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic effects. Used extensively in India as a skin tonic and internal cleanser. With such powerful healing properties, tumeric is the most sought after ingredient in cosmetics and drugs.
Tamarind
Tamarind provides a good source of vitamin C. The medicinal properties of its flesh are cleansing and reducing heat from the body. It is both cooling and antibilious.