Svedana
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Steam herbal therapy in Ayurvedic treatment
Svedana or Swedana, means to "perspire" (Sanskrit: स्वेदन). It is used in Ayurvedic treatment. It is also known as steam therapy. There are different types of swedana. Sitting in sun is also a form of swedana. Swedana is a pre procedure for Panchakarma. Snehana and Swedana are pre procedures for Panchakarma. An herbal combination is sometimes added to the steam for medicinal effect.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ Frawley, David (2000). Ayurvedic Healing. Twin Lakes WI: Lotus Press. pp. 129–130. ISBN 978-0-914955-97-9. Retrieved May 17, 2011.
david frawley ayurvedic healing.
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