Kativasti is an Ayurvedic therapy targeted at the lower back area. It efficiently relieves various disorders of the lumbosacral region and spine. In this treatment, a reservoir, also called “vasti,” is made around the lower back with a ring-shaped dough prepared with herbal pastes. Into this reservoir, warm medicated oil or ghee is poured and allowed to soak into the affected area. This localized application of warm oil deeply infiltrates and pacifies the muscles and tissues in the lower back.

The primary advantages of Kativasti are that it provides considerable relief from lower backache and stiffness associated with conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, and muscle strain. Application of warm oil over the lower back improves the blood circulation to the area, hence decreasing inflammation and enhancing the healing process. Kativasti relieves not only the tightness of muscles, improved flexibility, and restored mobility; working on the roots of backache, focusing on a particular area of discomfort, this therapy really supports the overall alignment of the spine.