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Colon Hydrotherapy: Understanding the Ayurvedic Technique
Colon Hydrotherapy also known as colonic therapy or colon cleanse is co-related to basti in Ayurveda. It is procedure to expel the waste material from large intestine (colon) using enema with either oil or herbal decoction. Under normal circumstances the colon or large intestine is able to expel the unwanted material by process of defecation that happens naturally. Colon Hydrotherapy (basti) is an induced purgation performed to get rid of vata vitiation to manage conditions such as gastric problems, pain, and other vata vydhais. Basti is one of the classical Detoxification (Panchakarma) therapies that is indicated in all vata disorders.
What are the Types of Colon Hydrotherapy (Basti)?
Depending on the type of enema material used colon therapy (basti) is of two types: Sneha basti and Kashaya Basti.
Sneha Basti: In Sneha Basti, a specific amount of oil is selected by the doctor depending on the age, disease and various other factors. Usually, Sneha Basti is administered after having food and the ideal time to give Sneha Basti is in the afternoon soon after lunch.
Kashaya Basti: In Kashaya Basti honey, rock salt, medicated oils, powders and a large amount of decoction is mixed in a special way and the preparation is administered usually in the morning on empty stomach.
How is Colon Hydrotherapy Performed?
Both types of colonic therapies (Basti) follow same basic procedure. However the time of administration and basti preparation differs in sneha and Kashya basti.
Basic procedure of Colon cleanse
- Increases appetite
- Clears bowels
- Eliminates constipation
- Reduces hyperacidity
- Removes unwanted toxins
- Reduced ama vata
- Removes vata vitiation
What condition is Colon Cleanse (Basti) Recommended for?
Colon cleanse is recommended in most disorders caused by Vata Dosha. The list includes,
- Obesity (Weight loss)
- Joint and muscular disorders
- Arthritis
- Paralysis
- Low back pain
- Gastric problems
- Constipation
- Chronic fever
Where should you get Colon Hydrotherapy?
Colon hydrotherapy includes insertion of rubber tubing (basti instrument) through the anal route. In many cases it may also involves immediately induced defecation. Therefore it is best to visit a professional Ayurvedic clinic with hygienic set up. Ayurveda "R" Us is one of the best Ayurvedic clinics in Mankhool Bur Dubai, Dubai. All the clinics are extremely hygienic with all the modern set up and requirements.
What are the side effects of Colon Hydrotherapy?
Colon Hydrotherapy (Basti) is an absolutely painless procedure provided it is done by an experienced therapist. Our therapists at Ayurveda "R" Us are extremely professional and experienced, and are highly efficient to carry out the Basti procedure skilfully.
What are the contraindications for colon cleanse procedure?
It is best to avoid colon cleanse if you are suffering from one or more conditions listed below,
- Diarrheas
- Dysenteries
- Rectal bleeding
- Diabetes
- Severe anaemia
What is the cost of Colon Hydrotherapy?
The type and duration of basti is always decided based on the age, condition and some more factors for the patient. The cost of Colon Hydrotherapy therefore can be discussed with the doctor during consultation.