Kati Vasti
Kati Vasti is a highly targeted therapy specifically for the lower back — warm medicated oil is pooled within a dam of black gram paste directly over the affected area, allowing deep, sustained absorption exactly where it's needed.
| Typical duration | 30–45 min / session |
|---|---|
| Commonly used for | Lower back pain, disc issues, spondylosis |
How Kati Vasti works
A therapist builds a raised ring of black gram (urad dal) paste around the lower back, then fills it with warm medicated oil, which is topped up and held for a fixed duration — typically 30-45 minutes — allowing far deeper penetration than a standard massage. It's the single most requested therapy for back pain and disc-related conditions.
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Kati Vasti — frequently asked
Is Kati Vasti the main treatment for back pain?
Yes, it's the classical, most-targeted therapy specifically for lower back conditions, usually combined with Abhyanga or broader Panchakarma for chronic cases.
Does the oil leak from the paste dam?
A well-built dam holds the oil securely for the full session — therapists are experienced at building and maintaining it throughout.