Udwarthanam is a special ayurvedic therapeutic procedure using herbal powder.Herbal power is massaged against the direction of hair follicles with adequate pressure.The aim of udwarthanam is to normalise increased kapha dosha.It stimulates the tactile nerves and improves circulation.Udwarthanam helps to break down the accumulated metabolites and reduces accumulated fat in the body..It helps to improve skin complexion.Udwarthanam is of two types,snigdha and rooksha.In snigdha form medicated herbal powder is made in to a paste with oil or other suitable decoctions, whereas in rooksha form dry powder is used.Udwarthana removes toxins from the body, effective obesity, diabetic neuropathy.