KATI (BACK) BASTI

 

 
Kati Basti a special type of low back therapy or lumbar therapy. The word Kati stands for low back or waist and Basti, for containing or retaining something inside. Kati Basti is deep tissue therapy using heat to heal and oils to repair the tissue. Kati Basti is a Traditional Ayurvedic Therapy, where dough placed around the spine of the lower back that looks like a small dam. Warm medicated oils are poured in the dam and kept for a while to give a soothing experience. Heat increases blood flow, the increase in blood flow can reduce swelling, assist with pain relief and soften ligaments, tendons and muscles. A series of these therapies are amazingly beneficial and relax the total body.
 
Duration: 45 minutes
 
KATI BASTI AND ITS UNIQUE FEATURES:

  • Non-intrusive and passive treatment
  • Reduces pain and inflammation
  • Pacifies Vata Dosha
  • Restores the alignment of the spine
  • Pain free deep tissue therapy
  • Medicated oil helps to reduce toxins accumulating in the muscle tissue
  • Medicated oil acts as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmoic and anti-pain
  • Medicated oil helps restore the cellular memory of the muscle tissue
  • The specific temperature of the oil adds to the overall impact
  •  The increase in blood flow to the area aids in the healing process
  • Removes rigidity and spasm of muscles around lumbosacral region
  • Nourishes and strengthens the bones, connective tissues, ligaments, nerves, muscles of the lumbo-sacral region
  • Strengthens the extremities of the body
  • Completely distresses the body

 
THE PROCEDURE IS EFFECTIVE IN THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

  • Chronic Backache
  • Degenerative spine changes
  • Compressed discs and spinal nerves
  • Disc prolapses
  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteoarthritis of the hip
  • Rheumatic arthritis
  • Sciatica

 
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU HAVE KATI BASTI?

Depends on the individual for acute cases 1 or 2 visits will give you the relief you need with long term results, for more chronic cases a program is recommended which would include treatments weekly to every 10 days depending on the individual. Tibetan Rites and Yoga therapy sessions are highly recommended to assist with the healing process and for improved long-term results.
 
PREPARATION:
 
Like most Ayurvedic therapies, it is advisable to not eat anything 90 minutes prior to your treatment.

Tibetan Rites and Yoga therapy sessions are highly recommended to assist with the healing process and for improved long-term results.
 
AFTER TREATMENT CARE

  • Try to avoid heavy lifting and excessive exercise for 24 hours
  • Follow home recommendations
  • Leave the oil on for at least 1 hour

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