Ayur RathnaSwedana Ayurveda Steam Bath

There are 2 types of Swedana Ayurveda Steam Bath:

Bashpa Swedana :

This is a full body herbal steam therapy and is given after abhyanga (full body oil massage) is completed in order to increase the benefits of therapy. Through this process, oil gets deeper into the skin and dislodges deep-rooted toxins (ama) in the layers of the skin.

Nadi Swedana :

In this treatment herbalized steam is passed in specific regions of the body, often along energy lines in the body called nadis. It relieves pain and soreness in the joints and muscles, also promoted blood circulation, and restores flexibility in tensed and affected areas. This treatment is beneficial for arthritis, immobility, and neuromuscular conditions.

As the skin acts as a doorway for the elimination of toxins, it is also referred to as the "third kidney" of the human body. When swedana is applied to the patient, the heat of a steam accelerates the chemical processes inside the body to excrete the accumulated toxins out of the body.