Kerala Therapy
Manal kizhi/ Valuka sweda
Also known as Sand Bolus Sudation
A specialized dry sand bolus massage engineered to drain fluid retention and reduce inflammation in swollen joints.
Whether this therapy is right for you is a physician's decision
When Manal kizhi/ Valuka sweda may — and may not — be appropriate
May be appropriate for
- Rheumatoid arthritis (Amavata), severe pitting edema, joint stiffness with heavy Ama (toxin) presentation, and obesity.
When it should NOT be done
- Emaciation, dry osteoarthritis, cracked skin, and advanced neural degeneration.
The decision is always individualised by your treating physician.
What to Expect During Manal kizhi/ Valuka sweda
Intense, clean dry heat that provides fast relief from heavy joint swelling, fluid accumulation, and morning stiffness.
Other Kerala Therapy Therapies at AVN Arogya
Interested in care that may include Manal kizhi/ Valuka sweda?
Book a consultation and our physicians will assess your condition and prescribe the right therapies for you as part of a personalised programme.