Significance of Snehana
Snehana is an Ayurvedic therapy that involves the application of oils or unctuous substances to the body for therapeutic purposes. It is used to nourish and heal, particularly in conditions related to Vata dosha. Snehana serves as a preparatory process for further treatments, enhancing metabolism, softening tissues, and promoting detoxification. This practice can be performed externally through oil massage or internally with oils, ghee, and fats, and is vital during postnatal care and in managing various ailments.
Synonyms: Affection, Love, Warmth, Tenderness
In Dutch: Snehana; In Finnish: Snehana; In Spanish: Snehana
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Snehana'
Snehana in Hinduism denotes both an oily snuff therapy for nourishment and treating ailments and the practice of anointing the body, particularly noted in treatments for conditions like hoarseness.
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 4: Cikitsasthana
(1) A type of oily snuff therapy aimed at nourishing and treating ailments.[1]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra
(1) The practice of anointing the patient's body, mentioned as part of the general treatment plan for hoarseness.[2]
The concept of Snehana in local and regional sources
Snehana, the practice of oleation, is a medically inspired technique emphasizing its therapeutic benefits. It involves the application of oils to the body to promote health, wellness, and healing in various traditional practices.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This is the practice of oleation and is one of the medically inspired techniques.[3]