Vasthi

Vasthi or Medicated enema is an Ayurvedic treatment method to expel body toxins and vitiated doshas by introducing medicated liquids or oils by applying herbal extracts or medicated oils  through the anus, urethra or vagina. This treatment is used to flush out the loosened doshas through the intestinal tract. Applying sesame oil, calamus oil, or other medicated decoctions mix in a liquid medium through the rectum to flush out doshas.

There are three types are vasthi done in Ayurveda i.e., Uttara Vasthi-Preliminary enema, Kashaya Vasthi-Decoction enema and Sneha Vasthi-Oil enema

Benefits of Vashti-Medicated Enema

Constipation

Distention

Chronic fever

Sexual disorders

Kidney stones

Vata disorders like sciatica

Arthritis

Rheumatism

Gastric complaint

Arthritis

Paralysis

Rheumatism