Medicated enema that is considered to be a central part of Ayurvedic medicine. The treatment starts with a warm oil massage in abdominal and lower back area and is followed by a proscribed type of enema.
Shodana basti (750 ml)
A big enema, performed with herbal tea. Its purpose is mechanical – it eliminates impurities from the bowels. The herbs that are used are chosen according to client’s individual needs.
Matra basti (60 ml)
A small enema, performed by herbalized oils, whose purpose is oleation and nourishment. Herbs that are mixed with either sesame oil or with purified butter are chosen according to client’s individual needs.
Basti is beneficial for overall detoxification and cleansing and helps with gastrointestinal diseases; chronic constipation; common cold; heart, neck, joints and lower-back aches; as well as mental imbalance. It is also used to treat distentions, sexual disorders and hyperacidity, as well as mental disorders.
The enemas are not suitable for people suffering from shortness of breath, chronic abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, cough, diarrhea and severe anemia.