Abstract

CONCEPT OF BASTI IN TIMIRA: A REVIEW

Dr. Jasmeen Saini*, Dr. (Prof.) Anil Verma and Dr. Arun Kumar Pandey

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Abstract

Timira is a grave disease presenting challenge to the vision. It hampers the visual perception and even results in blindness. Timira starts with Avayakta Darshana and its consequence is Linganasha. The role of systemic Panchkarma in eye diseases is a potent field to explore. More often local therapeutic procedures are preferred. Vamana is contraindicated in almost all eye diseases. Application of Virechana, Nasya and Raktamokshana in Netra Rogas is well established. However, role of Basti is not yet fully studied. The Basti preparations that are Chakshushya are mentioned in different ancient texts. The aim of this study is to re-establish the concept of Basti in Timira. A critical review was made by studying Basti Yogas present in ayurvedic texts that are indicated for curing eye ailments and stabilising the vision. Basti therapy can play a significant role in the treatment of Timira and other ophthalmic diseases causing visual impairment in current scenario prevailing at high rates and are hard to treat. This paper attempts to encourage the use of Basti therapy in Timira.

Keywords: Basti, Timira, Panchkarma, Niruha Basti, Chakshushya Basti.