A patient had a bowl of fire placed on his tummy to treat gut problems.

Footage shows a Thai traditional medicine practitioner moving the flaming bowl over the belly of a foreign patient lying on a table in Bangkok, Thailand.

The relieved patient reportedly regained proper movement in his arms and muscles after the procedure.

Dr Tossaphon said burning herbal medicine is a traditional Thai medical practice based on the principle of 'increasing fire elements' in particular body parts.

This method applies heat through an herbal medicine apparatus to the area requiring treatment, alleviating patients with weakened fire element conditions.

This is the fiery Thai remedy for aching muscles and gut trouble.

The technique involves heating a blend of galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, pandan leaves, ginger, and coconut oil to stimulate the body and relieve inflammation.