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5.Sashtikasali pindasweda
5.1 What is Sashtikasali pindasweda
It is one of the most popular therapies used for the purpose of rejuvenation of the body.It comes under the variety of sudation therapy in which sashtikasali(a particular kind of rice known for its medicinal value)processed in the decoction of bala(sida rhombifolia)and milk is used for the fomentation.
5.2 What is the sashtikasali pindaswedea procedure
sashtikasali(medicinal rice)is processed in the decoction of sida rhombifolia and milk,until the liquid part gets completely evaporated.The remaining mixture(decoction and milk) is kept over low fire.The cooked rice is made in to 4 equal parts and bundles are prepared out of it. The patient is made to lie on the treatment table,and oil is applied over the head and the body,massage is given for few minutes.The rice bundle is tolerably warmed in the mixture and massage is done all over the body with it.It should be done in 7 postures and it is very important to keep the bundles at a constant temperature,during the massage.After the completion of the treatment the rice is applied over the body for few minutes and scraped out by coconut leaves.After that hot water bath is given to the patient. Duraion of the treatment is 45 minutes to 1 hour.
5.3 What are the indications
Sciatica,Low back ache,Arthritis,Spasticity,Hemiplegia.
