Abhyanga is a very pleasant Ayurvedic massage with warm oils. It cleanses the body of toxins and other waste products, but also relaxes you and gives your body and mind a pleasant calm. It is relaxing, increases vitality and well-being. In combination with kati chikitsa, a traditional Ayurvedic back treatment with oil massage and heat treatment over the shoulders and back, you get an extremely deep relaxation. In kati chikitsa, your back is massaged with warm cloth balls filled with herbs and oils. It's like a balm for stiff backs and shoulders.