By the Ima Wellness team · Updated 27 September 2026 · 3 min read
The short answer
Potli massage uses warm cloth pouches filled with herbs, pressed and rolled over the body with oil. The warmth and steady pressure ease stiff muscles and aching joints. It isn't suitable over fresh injuries, broken skin, or if you have a fever.
Potli massage uses warm cloth pouches filled with herbs, pressed and rolled over the body with oil. The warmth and steady pressure ease stiff muscles and aching joints. It isn't suitable over fresh injuries, broken skin, or if you have a fever.
What's inside a potli?
A potli is a small cloth bundle tied at the top. It is warmed and filled with dried herbs and spices; the exact mix varies by tradition and may include ingredients like dried leaves, rock salt or rice. It's pressed and rolled along the muscles with warm oil.
How it feels
Deeply warm, steady and rhythmic. Many women describe it as the most relaxing session on our menu, especially in the monsoon and winter.
Who it suits
- Stiff, aching muscles and joints.
- Tired legs and backs.
- Anyone who loves warmth.
Who should avoid it
- Fever, infection, or feeling unwell.
- Fresh injuries, swelling, burns or broken skin.
- Reduced sensation (for example, from diabetes) unless your doctor agrees.
- Pregnancy.
- After a C-section until your doctor clears you.
Potli at Ima: 60 min ₹1,800, 90 min ₹2,400, GST included.
Please read: this article is general information about massage and everyday wellbeing. It is not medical advice. If you have pain that is sharp, getting worse, or comes with numbness, tingling, weakness or fever, see a doctor first.
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What is Potli massage good for?
Stiff muscles, aching joints and deep relaxation, thanks to warmth and steady pressure.
Is Potli massage safe during pregnancy?
It is not offered during pregnancy.
