PODIKIZHI ( Churna Pinda Sweda)

Podikizhi is an ancient Ayurvedic technique of fomentation.Hot fomentation is given with help of bundle (potali) of medicinal herbs/powders. Podikizhi gives a long lasting relief from pain, stiffness, swelling and other complaints associated with bones and joints.

Duration: 30-60 mins.

Course of treatment: 7 days to max 3 weeks.

Benifits :

Strengthens and rejuvenates joints, muscles and soft tissue.

Increases peripheral blood circulation.

Gives relief from pain, swelling and stiffness.

The cellular metabolism improves and body feels light and energetic.

Indication:

Osteoarthritis

Sciatica

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gout

Lower back pain

Obesity

Cervical spondylosis

Lumbar spondylosis

Frozen shoulder

Paralysis and other neurological diseases

Body rejuvenation and relaxation.

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