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The immersing of the body in a tub containing medicated medium, is a special treamtnet in traditional ayurveda for diseases such as neurological disorders, rheumatism and arthritis. It is the fomentation procedure using decoctions or milk prepared with the leaves or drugs having vata alleviating properties. In this treatment, the patient is made to sit or lay in a tub which is filled wiuth the decoction or milk for a presescribed time. The decoction is maintained at a specific temperature during the procedure. This treatment is effective for ano-rectal disorders like piles, fistula etc. and also very effective for urinary problems.
