⚠ Not suitable when — read first
- supervision Acute diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, severe debility, certain abdominal conditions and (for some types) pregnancy — the type and suitability must be judged by a Vaidya.
Traditionally indicated for
- Described in the classics as 'half of all treatment' for its central role in managing vata disorders, including joint and neuromuscular presentations.
Typical course
The schedule (e.g. classical Kala/Karma/Yoga basti sequences) and formulae are selected and supervised by the Vaidya.
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View sources — 3 classical & official references ›
- Classical text Charaka Saṁhitā
- Classical text Suśruta Saṁhitā
- Classical text Aṣṭāṅga Hṛdaya