This is also called Shashtik Shali Pinda Sweda. This is a form of poultice massage. In this therapy, a special variety of rice is cooked in milk & a herbal decoction and ties in 4 poultices. These poultices are then dipped in a liqyid made up of warm milk & herbal decoction and then massage is done by dipping these poltices in the fluid. Prior to usage of poultices a suitable oil should be applied on to the body. In this therapy snehana & swedana is done simultaneously. It is important to note that the massage strokes in this therapy should always be downwards.After the therapy the paste of milk, that gets accumulated on the body is scrapped followed by a shower with warm water.
Duration – 30-40 minutes
Benefits – Strengthens the nerves, relieves arthritis, cures neurological complaints, nourishes the tissues, softens the skin, enhances complexion and improves the overall appearance of the body.
Indications – Hemiplegia, facial paralysis, muscular atrophy and other vataj disorders