Bastikarma is the procedure by which the medicines are administered through rectum or genitourinary tract using Bastiyantra. It is the most important procedure among Panchakarma procedures and the most appropriate remedial measure for Vatadosha.

Types of Basti (Classified into many ways):

According to the nature of medicine used, two types of enemas are:

• Astapana/Kashaya/ Niruha Basti - Decoction based enema
• Anuvasana/ Sneha Basti - Oil based enema

Duration: 45 Minutes to 1 hour

Settings: 8days Min

Indications:

• Neurological disorders - Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Sciatica, Parkinson’s disease etc.
• Rheumotological disorders - Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lumbago, Osteoarthritis, Myalgia
• Digestive disorders

Benefits: It is best treatment for vatadosha. It gives strength to joint and muscle; it is also most useful and benefited treatment for all gastrointestinal disorders. It is most helpful treatment for all acid peptic disorders.