Choornapindaswedais a treatment using a fist-size Kizhi, or poultice, made with Podi, or medicated powder.

Podior choornam is a powdered mix of ten to fifteen herbs. It is heated in a pan, usually with a small amount of oil. The herbs and their proportionsdepend on the illness and its severity. A linen cloth is filled with this powder to make a Kizhi. It is then dipped in herbal oil and applied to the disease-affected areas of the patient.

Podikkizhisoothes inflamed channels in the body and helps improve blood circulation. Ayurvedic doctors prescribe this treatment for inflammations caused by arthritis, muscular spasms and rheumatism. It is also recommended for relieving stress and body stiffness.

•   Relieves pain, stiffness and swelling associated with arthritis and other painful conditions mentioned above
•   Pacifies the morbidity of Vata, Pitta and Kapha in the afflicted joints, muscles and soft tissues
•   Causes sweating and brings about lightness and a feeling of health in the afflicted joints, muscles and soft tissues
•   Forms an effective combination with local treatments like Kati Vasti, Greeva Vasti, Abhyanga etc and fortifies the results w.r.t providing relief from pain and related conditions
•   When combined with Nitya Virechana and or Vasti, Churna Pinda Sweda eliminates the body toxins, establishes health and tones up the joints and soft tissues
•   Improves the movements of the joints
•   Removes water retention in the tissues and effusion of joints
•   Soothes the nerves and improves blood circulation