Upanahasweda
An Upanahasweda is the local application of a medicinal paste to alleviate pain associated with swelling in Ayurveda.
First a medicinal paste is prepared out of various substances. Either seeds having anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing properties are ground in herbal oils or herbs are cooked with grains like wheat or Navara rice to make the paste.
A moderately thick layer of the hot paste is built up on the affected part. The layer is then wound over with cloth or leaves. The bandage is usually kept on for over twelve hours.
First a medicinal paste is prepared out of various substances. Either seeds having anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing properties are ground in herbal oils or herbs are cooked with grains like wheat or Navara rice to make the paste.
A moderately thick layer of the hot paste is built up on the affected part. The layer is then wound over with cloth or leaves. The bandage is usually kept on for over twelve hours.
