Svedana or Swedana, means to "perspire". It is used in Ayurvedic treatment. It is also called as steam therapy. There are different types of swedana. Sitting in sun is also called as swedana. Swedana is a pre procedure for
Panchakarma.
Snehana and
Swedana are pre procedures for Panchakarma. An herbal combination is sometimes added to the steam for medicinal effect.
References
Ayurveda
Balneotherapy
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