Abstract

CLINICAL IMPORTANCE OF BASTI THERAPY IN DIFFERENT AILMENTS: A CASE SERIES

*Dr. Deepika Suryawanshi, Dr. Geeta Parulkar and Dr. Dilip Wange

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Abstract

Shodhana is the elimination of Doshas from the body and an important part of treatment as it does not allow the disease for the recurrence. As per Ayurveda, Chikitsa does not mean simply the relief from ailment or absence of symptoms but it is bringing back the normalcy in that person. Among the five major Shodhana therapies of Ayurveda (Panchkarmas), Basti holds a distinct position in contrast to other Panchakarma measures due to its wide spectrum and competent benefits. It is mainly indicated in Vata-Predominant-diseases. It is glorified as “Ardhachikitsa” i.e. Complete Chikitsa by Acharya Charaka and Vagabhata. It acts primarily on Vata, still it is equally helpful to alleviate Pitta, Kapha and Rakta Dosha, as well as Samsarga, and Sannipata Doshas. Two types of Physiologies (Sampraptis) of Vata, namely Avarana and Dhatukshaya can be treated by Basti Karma. It controls Vata at Pakwashaya (it’s Moolasthana) and thus, all metabolic processes under related to Vata are automatically regulated. Acharya has shown good example while explaining this, as if the root of the diseased tree is destroyed its branches, leaves, and flowers are automatically destroyed. Although Basti stays in Pakwashaya (Pelvis and related organs below the umbilicus) corrects the Pathophysiology by Veerya of the Basti-dravyas transmitted all over the body. It controls Vikruta Doshas all over the body, as the Sun effects whole earth with its rays. No other Chikitsa is as capable as Basti to tolerate and regulate the force of Vata.

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