Abstract

THE ROLE OF NETRABASTI IN EYE HEALTH: BENEFITS AND TECHNIQUES

Dr. Priti Khole*

Abstract

Netrabasti is a classic remedy from Ayurveda which involves using medicinal oil or ghee over the eyes in order to promote eye health. This approach appears in traditional texts like the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridayam and depends on long Ayurvedic principles. Amongst the numerous benefits of netrabasti are better eyesight, less eye strain, comfort from dry eyes, preventing agerelated eye conditions, and balancing doshas, particularly Pitta, which controls the eyes. In this modern era, when environmental factors and digital eye strain contribute to issues with ocular health, it becomes ever more necessary. The procedure works through enhancing retinal health, lubricating and nourishing the eyes, lowering inflammation, and relaxing the ocular muscles. The techniques for doing Netrabasti are additionally addressed in the article, covering when to pick therapeutic oils or ghee, how to make and use it, and which precautions should be followed. In the end, Netrabasti offers an extensive way of treating and preventing retinal disorders, closing the gap between ancient remedies from Ayurveda and modern eye care.

Keywords: Netrabasti, Ayurvedic eye therapy, eye health, medicated ghee, Pitta dosha, digital eye strain, dry eyes, cataract prevention, age-related macular degeneration, Ayurvedic ophthalmology, eye lubrication, anti-inflammatory, ocular wellness.