Herbal Bolus Massage

PatraPotliSwedana consists of applying a bolus of herbs during the massage. This helps relieve musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain, strengthens immunity, and increases blood circulation. Patra means herbal leaves, and potli means bolus sweda-fomentation.

Leaves of medicinal plants have properties of relieving pain, stiffness & swelling. These leaves in Ayurveda are said to contain Vata alleviating factors known as Vatahara. Such leaves are collected and chopped into small pieces. Then it is fried in medicated oil adding turmeric, lemon in it. The mixture is filled in a piece of cotton cloth and a bolus is prepared out of it. On one side a pan is filled with little quantity of oil and kept on mild fire. The passive heating of the bolus is done and gently applied to the affected part of the body. In such a manner the procedure of patra-pindasweda is carried on.

Benefits of Patra Potli Pinda Swedan

Strengthens the back and spine.

Reduces pain and swelling.

Reduces stiffness and inflammation.

Increases the circulation and thus improves the functioning of the joints.

Arthritis, Paralysis

Body pain and numbness

Degenerative diseases

Neuro-muscular diseases

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