subject: Abzan ( Sitz bath) A Regime in Unani System of Medicine [print this page] Abzan ( Sitz bath) A Regime in Unani System of Medicine
Definition
A type of bath in which the patient is made to sit in joshanda or khaisanda of medicines or water or saline solutions, OR A liquid preparation used as medicated sitz bath.
Types
Cold sitz bath
Hot sitz bath
Normal / Neutral sitz bath
Altering hot and cold sitz bath
Procedure
Sitz or hip bath can be cold, hot or natural. The hip region is immersed in water in a tub. Sitz bath activates the internal organs of the abdomen and pelvis by increasing blood circulation to the surface, and reduces congestion of abdominal organs and inflammation. It is recommended for piles or cooling effect against burning sensations or flatulence. Hot sitz bath helps reduce urinal disorders cramps and lower back pains. Alternate hot and cold baths are used to treat disease of the abdomen. The tub or fixture is usually shaped to allow the legs to be out of the water.
