Swedana therapy encompasses various techniques, each designed to stimulate sweating and enhance wellness in its own distinct manner. Here are some prevalent types of Swedana therapy:
1. Bashpa Swedana (Steam Therapy): Bashpa Swedana begins with a 30–45-minute oil massage to prepare the body for treatment. Following this, the Bashpa Sweda Yantra, a steam chamber enriched with medicinal herbs, produces therapeutic steam to induce sweating and address imbalances in the body.
2. Nadi Swedana (Localized Steam Therapy): Nadi Swedana focuses steam on specific areas of the body that may be experiencing pain, stiffness, or congestion. This targeted method allows for concentrated therapeutic benefits in the affected regions.
3. Upanaha Swedana (Herbal Poultice Treatment Therapy): This technique involves applying warm herbal poultices to the body. These poultices, composed of a blend of medicinal herbs, are heated and placed on specific areas to promote relaxation, enhance circulation, and alleviate muscle tension.
4. Patra Pinda Swedana (Leaf Bundle Treatment Therapy): In this therapy, bundles of heated medicinal leaves are tied into poultices and used for body massages. This method promotes relaxation, relieves muscle stiffness, and enhances the therapeutic properties of the herbs.
5. Avagaha Swedana (Tub Bath Treatment Therapy): Avagaha Swedana entails immersing the body in a tub filled with warm herbal decoction or medicated oil. This therapy is particularly beneficial for joint discomfort, stiffness, and muscle relaxation.