Kati Basti, Greeva Basti, and Janu Basti are specialised Ayurvedic external therapies designed to relieve pain, stiffness, and degeneration in the lower back, neck, and knee joints. In these therapies, a ring made of herbal dough is placed over the affected area and filled with warm, medicated Ayurvedic oils, which are retained for a specific period. The sustained warmth allows deep penetration of the herbal oils into muscles, joints, and connective tissues, helping to nourish tissues, improve circulation, and calm aggravated Vata dosha, the primary cause of joint and nerve-related pain in Ayurveda.
Kati Basti is highly effective for lower back pain, sciatica, lumbar spondylosis, disc-related issues, and stiffness, while Greeva Basti helps relieve neck pain, cervical spondylosis, shoulder stiffness, headaches, and posture-related strain. Janu Basti supports knee joint health by reducing knee pain, osteoarthritis symptoms, swelling, and restricted movement, while strengthening surrounding tissues and improving joint lubrication. When performed regularly under professional guidance, these basti therapies help reduce pain and inflammation, improve joint mobility, support cartilage nourishment, and promote long-term musculoskeletal health, making them ideal for individuals with chronic pain, arthritis, sedentary lifestyles, or age-related joint degeneration.
