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There are thirteen methods of fomentation in which fire is used to induce sweating. [Cha.Sa.[[Sutra Sthana]] 14/39-40]. These methods utilize natural resources for fomentation making it relatively convenient and cost-effective. These can be used in healthcare practices with the same efficacy as of modern fomentation techniques. | There are thirteen methods of fomentation in which fire is used to induce sweating. [Cha.Sa.[[Sutra Sthana]] 14/39-40]. These methods utilize natural resources for fomentation making it relatively convenient and cost-effective. These can be used in healthcare practices with the same efficacy as of modern fomentation techniques.[table 1] | ||
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|+ Table 1: Various types of fomentation (swedana) | |||
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!Serial No !! Name of method !! Procedure | !Serial No !! Name of method !! Procedure | ||