How to Make a Ginger Compress
YOU will need:
6-8 oz. fresh
ginger root
2-4 qt. water
Bring the water
to boil in a large stock pot. Turn off
the heat.
Grate the
ginger root onto a square cloth approximately 12 inches by
12 inches.
Pull the
corners of the cloth together once the ginger is fully
grated and wrap with a rubber band.
After the water
has cooled, but not too cooled, use your compress cloths
(thick washcloths or towel) by dipping them into the ginger
solution and wringing out most of the water. Let cool before applying to affected area.
Once applied,
cover compress with thick towels or a heating pad and
towels to keep the heat in.
It is best to
have two cloths so you can alternate them. Leave towels on area for 5-10 minutes each time.
The skin will
become bright red as the treatment progresses.
Compress for
approximately ½ hour to 45 minutes, not to exceed more than
2 consecutive days.
Article by herbalist Dave
Hawkins, MH, CNC
This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 21 March, 2009.
