What is Abhyang + Swedan Therapy
Come on board a holistic journey of rejuvenation with Abhyang+Swedan, a harmonious fusion of medicated oil massage followed by sudation. Serving as the preparatory phase (poorvakarma) in Panchakarma, this therapy is custom-made to address all your diverse concerns. Whether combating stress, muscle tension, or seeking detoxification, the combination of Abhyang+Swedan offers multifaceted benefits. As warm herbal oils nourish your body, followed by the therapeutic steam inducing sweat, it helps in promoting deep detoxification and revival. If you are seeking relief from chronic pain, stress, or fatigue, you will definitely find comfort in this holistic therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the different type of abhyanga?
- Sarvand abhyang-when full body is included.
- Ekaang abhyanga-on a particular body part.
- Shirobhyanga
- Padabhyanga
What are the different oils used in Abhyanga?
For vata-ksheerbala oil,mahamasha oil,balashwagandhadi oil etc.
For pitta-any coconut oil base medicated oil like manjishtadi oil,eladi oil etc.These oils having cooling property which reduces excessive heat and burning sensation because of high pitta.
For kapha-Oils made with sesame and mustard oil base suitable for kapha person like sahacharadi oil,marichyadi oil,karpooradi oil etc.
Who should avoid Abhyanga?
When someone has indigestion,early stage of fever or soon after fever,in high kapha condition such as cough with sputum,obesity etc,abhyanga is not recommended.Abhyanga is also contraindicated during the first three days or during heavy flow of menstruating women.
What diseases can be treated with Abhyanga?
Abhyanga can be done on daily basis to maintain overall health.It consider as a poorva karma(preparatory phase) of panchkarma.mainly it works on muscle stiffness,pain,dryness,skin tone,eyesight,sleeplessness etc.It helps to manage musculoskeletal and nervous system diseases.
What is the difference between abhyanga and normal massage?
Abhyanga employs holistic and integrative medicine principles used 3000 years ago in India, where it was first discovered. The main focus of this massage treatment is to balance out doshas within your body to achieve spiritual fulfilment and relaxation.In this different medicated oil is used for different body type.Its not just a deep tissue massage but this is also disease specific because of oil selection and Marma point to focus.
What are the different type of Swedan?
- According to Acharya Sushruta 4 types of swedana are mentioned :
- Tap swedana-Tap means to provide heat. In this direct heat is provided to create sweating,like dry sudation.
- Upnah-Upnah means tying something into a bolus or cloth.Here heated bolus are applied on affected areas.Potli sweda is a very popular form of this.
- Ushma-It means vapours,when steam is applied on the body for sudation.
- Drava-When any liquid hot form of medicine is used for sudation comes under this.
Who should avoid swedan?
An individual who is having an excess pitta body type,won't be able to take medication therapy. In Pregnancy and certain skin diseases. Who is having high BP,ulcers or any other weakness which can lead to unconsciousness.
