Abhyanga or ‘massage’ is an important part of the Dinacharya (Daily routine) prescribed by Ayurvedic literature. Scriptures suggest the use of suitable oils massaged in the direction of hair growth and around joints, to pacify aggravated doshas and maintain balance.

Kottamchukkadi taila is a gingelly oil-based preparation mentioned in the ‘Sahasrayoga – Tailaprakarana’. It is indicated for external application. It is found to have specific efficacy relieving deep tissue inflammation, edema and pain. It is a simple combination of Vata-hara drugs in a nourishing and warming Sesame oil base.

Features & Benefits

Sesame oil infused with the healing properties of Kottam (Saussurea costus), Chukku (Zingiber officinale), Vayambu (Acorus calamus), Lasuna (Allium sativum), Sigru (Moringa oleifera), Siddarthaka (Brassica juncea), and Rasna (Alpinia galanja)

The oil on application warms the joints and muscles, stimulates blood circulation and promotes tissue repair and healing.

Applied to painful joints, it relieves pain and inflammation. Extensively used in supporting the treatment of all kinds of rheumatic disorders.

Draws out deep tissue swelling and oedema. Sigru and Siddhartaka have a special role in this diuretic aspect.

Excellent remedy for pain, rigidity and loss of mobility due to different kinds of degenerative arthritis. Devadaru and Lasuna have distinct analgesic properties.

Abhyanga (self massage) with the taila helps in calming the vata element throughout the body. It invigorates the skin and the nervous system.

Massage with the oil stimulates blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. Thereby it helps to deliver the medicinal properties of the taila to deeper tissues. It is used very effectively to support the treatment of palsies, muscle wasting, nerve debility, muscular pain, cramps and aches.

Dosage & Directions for Use

Quantity sufficient based on the area of application.

For self-massage, the oil should be warmed and massaged in smooth continuous strokes over the entire body, going round the joints several times.

Suitable for all ages.

Key ingredients

Kottam (Sassurea luppa)

Nagara (Zingiber officinale)

Vacha (Acorus calamus)

Shigru (Moringa Oleifera)

Devadaru (Cedrus deodara)

Speciality: 100% Natural. Purely herbal. Vegetarian.