Ancient Ayurvedic Healing
Herbal Potli Massage
Herbal Potli massage (also called Kizhi or Pinda Sweda in Ayurvedic tradition) is an ancient Indian healing therapy where small cloth bundles — called "potlis" — filled with a specially blended mixture of healing herbs, rice, and aromatic spices are heated in warm medicated oil and used to stamp, knead, and massage the body in rhythmic movements.
The combination of therapeutic heat, healing herbal extracts, and massage pressure penetrates deeply into muscles and joints, providing extraordinary relief from pain, stiffness, and inflammation while simultaneously nourishing the skin and calming the nervous system.
Benefits of Herbal Potli Massage
- Joint and muscle pain relief
- Arthritis symptom reduction
- Deep heat penetration
- Herbal detoxification
- Skin nourishment
- Improved circulation
- Stress and fatigue relief
- Cervical spondylosis relief
- Back pain management
- Nervous system calming
Herbs Used in Our Potlis
- Nirgundi — Anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving
- Eucalyptus — Muscle relaxant, cooling
- Sesame seeds — Warming, nourishing
- Lemon — Antioxidant, brightening
- Ajwain (Carom) — Digestive, warming
- Turmeric — Anti-inflammatory, healing
Our Herbal Potli Process
Potli Preparation
Fresh potlis are prepared daily with the appropriate herbal blend for your needs and soaked in warm medicated oil.
Body Assessment
Your therapist identifies areas of pain, stiffness, or imbalance that require focused attention with the potli therapy.
Warm Oil Application
Medicated oil is applied to the skin first to prepare the tissue for heat absorption and maximise herbal penetration.
Rhythmic Potli Stamping
Heated potlis are applied in rhythmic, systematic patterns across the body — tapping, rolling, and pressing to deliver heat and herbal benefits.
Cool-Down & Aftercare
The session ends with gentle strokes to cool the skin. Avoid bathing for 2 hours after to allow continued herb absorption.