It is a full-body treatment approach involving generous application of warm oil using a pattern of long, soothing effleurage-style strokes like massage. The oil softens and lubricates the skin and joints and reduces the dry quality of Vata. The purpose is to create a deep feeling of stability, warmth, and comfort to reduce stress , anxiety and pain  which are high Vata conditions. The specific stroke pattern also works to balance the five types of Vata. The aim is to move both the five elements and five breaths back into their balanced state through calming them and bringing peace and ease to body, mind, and emotions and enhance longevity. By pacifying vata, body pain can be relieved with massage.

For effective results, we recommend a massage with steam bath. The effects are obvious because the combination of heat and steam allows the medicated oils to seep into the body. This is helpful to nourish the body parts from the insides.