Therapy

Upanaha Sweda

A herbal paste bandaged over the affected area and left in place, fomentation measured in hours rather than minutes.

What it is

Warm medicated paste is spread over the painful region and bound with cloth or leaves, then left for several hours or overnight. The sustained contact draws out deep-seated pain and swelling.

What it helps

Chronic joint pain, persistent swelling, old injuries, frozen shoulder and conditions that have not responded to shorter fomentation.

What to expect

The bandage stays on while you go about restricted normal activity, and is removed the following morning. The paste is renewed daily through the course.

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Upanaha Sweda therapy being carried out at an Ayurvedic clinic

Typical duration

Applied for 6–8 hours

Suitability is decided at consultation. Durations here are typical, not promises.