Snehana therapy is also known as Oleation therapy in the field of Ayurveda. This therapy is basically a pre-operative or Poorva karma procedure of Panchakarma. It is basically a type of lubrication system for the human body. It works by administering the fatty products externally or internally. The internal process of administering the oil or the Sneha is known as Snehapanam. Sneha is defined as the soft, lubricating and oily substance and the procedure, which makes use of the Sneha is known as the Snehana. This internal procedure is extremely mandatory for Panchakarma. This therapy is used prior to the detox therapy. This process of the body makes use of the oils and Ghees by consuming them or using them externally as well.
Purpose of Snehana
â— Helps in eliminating the toxic materials from the body of the individuals.
â— Detoxifies the body and its various vital organs.
â— Eliminates the various Vata disorders effectively.
â— Provides wonderful lubrication of the various parts of the body.