Potli Massage

Though it is practiced widely in South East Asia, especially in Thailand since the 14th century as a natural healing remedy, Potli massage is a popular massage therapy in India as well.

Also known as poultice or kizhi, Potli massage is normally done in the form of heated herbal pouches. Their aim is to bring a therapeutic effect on the body by relaxing, nourishing and rejuvenating.

Human mind wants to know a lot about new things in science and technology. Potli massage is one such Ayurvedic form of medicine that involves fresh and dried Ayurvedic herbs. The herbs are picked depending on your body constitution and the malady that you are being treated for. Then they are packed into a soft muslin cloth and dipped in warm medicated oil (if a wet massage is needed) or sand or some herbal powder (if a dry massage is required) and then massaged on the localised pressure points.

As one can make out, Potli massage hails from the ages. That is why it is based on the elements of water and fire and when mingled with herbs it leaves behind a deep impact on your body. Once the heated potli is massaged on your body, it leads to opening of the skin pores, thereby relaxing the strained muscles and making each of the herbs in the potli work slowly and impactfully on your body and mind.