Abstract

COMPREHENSIVE APPROACHES OF MATRA BASTI: A REVIEW

*Dr. Gopesh Mangal, Dr. Jyoti Bala Damor and Dr. Nidhi Gupta

Abstract

Basti Karma is the major Panchkarma therapy due to its multidimensional approaches and it governs the function of Vata as well as Pitta and Kapha because both Pitta and Kapha’ function is dependent on the Vata. Acharya Charaka mentioned Basti Karma as “Half of treatment” of all diseases, while some authors consider it “The complete treatment” for all diseases. Basti is effective in treating the disease of all Srotas and especially Vatavaha Srotas. Matra Basti is a subtype of Anuvasana Basti. In which Sneha (oil, ghee etc.) is administered in a very small amount through anal canal into the colon. It can be used daily without any complication and it is very convenient in present day to day life. The Sneha absorbed in large intestine with the help of colonic bacteria. All Acharya explained that Matra Basti is useful in many conditions where other Basti are contraindicated. There does not need to be any strict dietary restriction and lifestyle. It gives strength, health, promotes weight and helps pacify the Vata Dosha and Vata prominent disease.

Keywords: Basti, Matara- Basti, Panchkarma.