Grīvavasti

Grīvavasti is a warm oil therapy focused on the neck region. It pools medicated oil over the cervical spine, deeply nourishing joints, nerves, and muscles. Ideal for neck stiffness and radiating pain, this therapy gently melts tension and restores ease to head and shoulder movement.

Benefits of Grīvavasti

Relieves neck stiffness and cervical spondylosis
Reduces radiating pain in shoulders and arms
Improves circulation and mobility in the cervical spine
Calms vāta in the neck region and supports nerve health
Eases tension from long hours at a desk or computer

How is Grīvavasti done?

A leak-proof dough ring is built around the neck base
Warm medicated oil is gently poured and retained in the ring
Oil is kept lukewarm and replaced continuously for 20–30 minutes
Mild massage and herbal steam may follow the treatment
Typically done as a series under vaidya’s guidance

Who Can Benefit from Grīvavasti?

Office workers with poor posture and tech-neck
Individuals with cervical spondylosis or neck arthritis
Those with tension headaches or shoulder tightness
People recovering from whiplash or neck injuries
Anyone seeking to release stored stress in the upper spine