Abstract

REVIEW ARTICLE OF BASTI KARMA IN MANAGEMENT OF AMAVATA W.S.R. TO RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

*Dr. Anjali V. Makodiya and Dr. Pooja Badani

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Abstract

Panchakarma facilitate detoxification of toxins or morbid Dosha from the body thus brings purification of whole body. Basti Karma is one of the modalities among the five karmas. In Basti Karma the medicated oil or herbal decoction is administered through the anal route. In modern medicine enemas are most commonly given to clean the lower bowel as a last resort for constipation treatment when, all other method fail. But rather than this, Basti Karma mentioned in Ayurvedic classics is having broader therapeutic action on almost all the tissues of the body and have rejuventive, curative, preventive and health promotive actions. Basti is doing wonders in the treatments of Ayurveda. Control of Vata by Basti Karma cures majority of disease. It helps to eliminate waste products, regain the balance and homeostasis of Doshas. Amavata is one of the commonest disorders mentioned in newer texts of Ayurveda. Rheumatoid arthritis is correlated with Amavata in Ayurveda. Basti treatment can be the best management of Amavata in both acute and chronic stages. This review study shows different Basti in management of Amavata.

Keywords: Panchkarma, Basti karma, Amavata.