Kativasti is an effective therapy aimed at providing relief to the lower back. This procedure involves keeping warm medicated oil in an artificial boundary made of flour dough on the lower back. The oil is allowed to remain there minimum half an hour. After that, affected area may be gently massaged with the same oil. This treatment stimulates and nourishes nervous system of the spine. It maintains strong muscles and connective tissues and also lubricates the joints to keep them pain free.