SKM Kottamchukkadi Thailam - 200ml

Kottamchukkadi thailam 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.

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.

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)
Kottamchukkadi thailam 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. Kottamchukkadi thailam is 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 Kottamchukkadi thailam 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 Kottamchukkadi thailam 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.