Chavutti Thirumal, literally meaning foot massage in Malayalam, is also known as Foot/Rope massage. It is a traditional massage technique developed by the Kalari Martial Artists of Kerala and it is thought to be approximately 2000 years old. The Kalaripayattu not only trained in battle but also developed a range of healing modalities known as Kalari Chikitsa which comprises massage techniques; Chavutti Thirumal, Marma Massage (Uzhichil), and the application of medicinal herbal oils.