Kati Basti is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment used for lower backache and disorder of lumbosacral region, including slip disc, lumbar spondylosis, sciatica, spinal problem etc. KatiBasti is a procedure of applying heat to the sacral or lumbar region by retaining warm medicated oils. The herbal oil penetrates deeply into the muscles and helps address pain in the lower back. KatiBasti is a part of external Snehana therapy in Ayurveda.
KatiBasti is deep tissue therapy using heat to heal and oils to repair the tissue. Heat increases blood flow, the increase in blood flow can reduce swelling, assist with pain relief and soften ligaments, tendons and muscles. This in turn allows joints, tendons and ligaments to be stretched further where there is little movement.
BENEFITS OF KATIBASTI
- Sooth Pain in Lower Back & Limbs.
- Relieves Stiffness in Lower Back & Limbs. Reduces muscle spasms and lowers spine rigidity
- Strengthens Lower Back.
- Soothes Nerves.
- Enhances Blood Supply.
- Improves Movements.
- Because of the Nadis and nerve endings linking the digestive tract to the spine it can support balance to the digestive system.
- Strengthens bone tissue of the lower back
- Gives deep relaxation to the back muscles and nervous system (by warming the whole spinal column and the spinal cord).
