Hot ginger compresses stimulate increased circulation and are helpful for treating uterine fibroids and menstrual cramps. Use ginger compresses as needed for easing menstrual cramps, and at least every other day for uterine fibroids.
Grate a handful of fresh ginger root, place in a piece of cheese cloth, twist to make a ball, and tie with a piece of string.
Fill a large pot with one gallon of water, squeeze the juice from the ginger into the water, and drop the ball of ginger into the water. Cover the pot and heat the water, but do not boil it.
Turn off the heat. Make a compress by folding a cotton hand-towel in half lengthwise. Dip the towel into the hot ginger water, keeping the ends dry to prevent burning your fingers.
Wring the compress out and place it over your abdomen, being careful to not burn your skin. You might need to let the compress cool for a few seconds before placing it onto your skin.
Cover the compress with a thick, dry towel to retain the heat. When the hot towel cools to body temperature, replace it with a fresh hot compress.
Continue placing hot compresses over your abdomen until your skin turns bright red, which usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
