Thai Herbal Compress (Lok Pra Kob) in Tucson

Steamed Thai herbal compress spheres, warm aromatics, and slow, restorative massage come together for deep comfort and calm. If you’re craving gentle heat with targeted relief, this is your go-to in Tucson.

Thai Herbal Compress Tucson

What Is Thai Herbal Compress (Lok Pra Kob)?

“Lok Pra Kob”, or “herbal pressing sphere”, is a traditional Thai therapy that is a complement to Thai Massage, but can also be a stand-alone treatment. Also known as Thai herbal compress, it is a balancing and nurturing application of medicinal herbs and moist heat to treat sore and tense muscles, alleviate aches and pains, and stimulate a powerful detoxification process in the body. The steamed herbal compress and herbal massage oil application provide a truly unique and luxurious experience that stimulates all the senses.

How It Works & What’s Inside

Using organic, dried and powdered herbs wrapped in cotton cloth, your massage therapist will use two compress spheres, which are kept hot in a steamer throughout your session. The medicinal properties of these herbs are activated through steam, which allows the volatile essential oils to be released, creating a wondrous aroma of herbs, including ginger, turmeric, lemongrass, camphor, tamarind, kaffir lime leaves, and more.

Take-Home Care & Reuse

The herbal compresses used in your treatment are yours to take home and reuse. They are traditionally used to treat muscle sprains, bruised and sore muscles, skin conditions, and upper respiratory ailments such as bronchitis, asthma, and the common cold. We recommend keeping them in the freezer until you are ready to use them again. They can easily be steamed in a rice steamer (or similar appliance) and used an additional 3–4 times.

Thai Herbal Compress Pricing

60 Minutes
$130
75 Minutes
$151
90 Minutes
$171
105 Minutes
$199
120 Minutes
$220

Thai Herbal Compress Massage - What to Expect

Compresses glide and pause over tight areas while we blend in massage for balanced relief. Expect gentle, penetrating warmth that loosens fascia and calms the nervous system—great for backs, hips, and shoulders.

Perfect Pairings

Warmth-based recovery shines when you combine Thai herbal compress with an infrared sauna session or a slow, calming massage style for extra melt.

Lok Pra Kob ge FAQ

How hot are the compresses?

We keep them hot in a steamer and test on ourselves first, then ease them in with towels as needed so the warmth feels soothing, not startling.

Is Thai herbal compress suitable if I’m sensitive to pressure?

Yes. The heat does a lot of the softening, so we can work gently while still getting real relief. Tell us your comfort level and we’ll tailor the plan.

What about pregnancy or medical conditions?

We avoid high heat during pregnancy and adjust for medical considerations. If you’re pregnant or managing a condition, please check with your provider and let us know before we begin.

Do I keep the compresses?

Yes—you can take them home, freeze, and re-steam for a few more uses following simple care instructions we’ll provide.

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