In Kati Vasti, a bridge made of dough is placed on the lower back and warm oil is poured into the center of the pit, on the base of the spine. It is generally preceded by an application of hot towels.
Benefits
- Aids in strengthening the lower back and the spine.
- Helps to relieve back pain due to slipped disc or weakness.
- Improves blood circulation around the pelvic region
- Helps to increase vitality and to treat problems related to the reproductive organs.
- Relaxes the nervous system
- Balances the energy flow around the waist.
Method
A wall is made with black gram dough around the painful area on the back. Then warm medicated oil is allowed to stand inside that area.
Main indications
- Severe low back ache due to muscular spasm,
- Slip disc
- Disc prolapses.
- Reproductive problems
