What’s pichu and its benefits?
Pichu is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy that involves applying a warm, medicated oil-soaked cloth to a specific area of the body. The word “pichu” means “to smear” or “to apply,” and the therapy is often used to treat musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disorders, and skin problems.
There are several types of Pichu, each with its own unique benefits:
- Shiro Pichu: Shiro Pichu involves applying a cloth soaked in warm medicated oil to the head and scalp. It is often used to treat conditions such as headaches, insomnia, and stress-related disorders.
- Kati Pichu: Kati Pichu involves applying a cloth soaked in warm medicated oil to the lower back. It is often used to treat lower back pain, sciatica, and other musculoskeletal disorders.
- Greeva Pichu: Greeva Pichu involves applying a cloth soaked in warm medicated oil to the neck and upper back. It is often used to treat conditions such as cervical spondylosis and neck pain.
- Janu Pichu: Janu Pichu involves applying a cloth soaked in warm medicated oil to the knee joint. It is often used to treat conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee pain.
Some of the benefits of Pichu include:
- Relieving pain and inflammation in the affected area
- Improving blood circulation and promoting healing
- Nourishing and strengthening the tissues in the affected area
- Promoting relaxation and reducing stress and anxiety.
Pichu is typically performed as part of a series of Ayurvedic treatments and should only be administered by a trained practitioner under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic doctor. The type of oil used in Pichu may vary depending on the individual’s dosha (body type) and the specific condition being treated.
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