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Upanaha Sweda

INTRODUCTION:

The word Upanaha is derived from the Sanskrit word upanahana, meaning bandage. The procedure of applying warm herbal paste to the effected part of the body followed by bandaging is referred to upanaha sweda.

Application of heat by the warm herbal paste induces sweating, reduces pain and inflammation. Hence brings about the benefits of the swedana karma.

BENEFITS

Relieves pain, swelling and nourishes the tissues.

Reduces the inflammation of the joints

It acts as muscle relaxant and relieves joint stiffness

Increase the blood circulation

Helps to reduces the crepitus of the joint

TREATMENT DURATION

30 TO 45 MIN

The treatment duration depends on the consulting physician and the severity of the condition.

TREATMENT COURSE DURATION

7 days, 14 days, 21 days

The treatment course duration depends on the consulting physician and the severity of the condition.

MODE OF ACTION OF UPANAHA SWEDA

Upanaha is the mode of treatment used to suppurate/regress anti-inflammatory swelling. The action of the upanaha depends on the materials used for the application, duration of retaining on the skin surface and thickness of the paste applied.

Skin being the largest organ in human body, offers advantages compared to other routes of administration

INDICATION:

Arthritis

Inflammation

Abscess

Muscle stiffness

Bursitis

Frozen shoulder

Varicosity

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Fever: As the temperature might increase during the therapy

Infectious diseases

Certain forms of cancer

Certain skin conditions

Extreme fatigue

Diarrhoea

Haemorrhagic disorders

Acute illness

Extreme fatigue

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