The basic Sanskrut Holy texts do not mention the exact application of oil, from shoulders or thighs to fingers or in the reverse direction, on the contrary they say ‘अनुसुखं मर्दयेत्’ meaning do whatever the patient feels better with.

Massage helps in directing these toxins into the blood. Most of the toxins in the muscle are expelled thus reducing the pain and making it light and relaxed. Till these toxins are regenerated the body gets sound sleep and the speed of toxin production decreases and is controlled.