Upanaha Swedana in Ayurveda: Classical Insights, Clinical Evidence, and Modern Correlations
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https://doi.org/10.69980/ajpr.v28i5.703Keywords:
Upanaha Sweda; Koladi Upanaha; Kolakulathadi Upanaha; Sandhigata Vata; Osteoarthritis; Bandaging in Ayurveda.Abstract
Upanaha Swedana, a classical Ayurvedic poultice fomentation therapy, has been widely used in the management of Vata Vyadhis, particularly Sandhigata Vata (osteoarthritis). This review consolidates data from classical Ayurvedic texts [1–6], published clinical trials [7–11], case studies [12–14], and modern reviews [15–18]. Major formulations such as Koladi, Kolakulathadi, Kottamchukkadi, Godhumadi, Shatapushpadi, and Salavana are described along with their pharmacological rationale. Clinical evidence demonstrates consistent relief in pain, stiffness, and swelling [7–14]. Mechanisms are interpreted through Ayurvedic principles (ushna, snigdha, guru, sthira gunas) [1–3] and modern correlates (thermotherapy, phytochemistry, compression, neuromodulation) [15–18].
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