[Protocol Included] All About Poultice Massage

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Herbal poultice massage is an ancient technique that originated in Thailand during the Ayutthaya period (14th to 18th centuries). Back then, poultices were used on wounded soldiers returning home with painful inflammation, typically to draw out toxins, treat abscess wounds and alleviate exhausted muscles. These warriors would seek out a “healing master” who would apply poultices filled with various herbs, spices, plant roots and essential oils, and use them on their bodies in a kneading, tapping and systematic manner.

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