<p>Herbal compresses have been used in Thailand for centuries to reduce pain and inflammation. Scientists at Thammasat University in Thailand are trying to standardize the use of these herbs with new research, and make herbal therapies like the compress more accessible.</p>
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of Thai herbal compresses

Herbal compresses have been used in Thailand for centuries to reduce pain and inflammation. Scientists at Thammasat University in Thailand are trying to standardize the use of these herbs with new research, and make herbal therapies like the compress more accessible.

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<p>Herbal compresses have been used in Thailand for centuries to reduce pain and inflammation. Scientists at Thammasat University in Thailand are trying to standardize the use of these herbs with new research, and make herbal therapies like the compress more accessible.</p>
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of Thai herbal compresses
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