In this therapy, a compartment or cabin of black gram dough is constructed over the neck or back side of the neck and medicated warm oil is poured and pooled for a fixed duration of time.
The word Greeva refers to neck and Basti means to hold( compartment which holds)
Greeva basti is a procedure of bathing the neck region with medicated oil or herbal decoctions.
Oleation and sudation of the neck region are done simultaneously in this procedure.
All types of aches and pains- Ayurveda has got a very specific approach when it comes to treating musculoskeletal disorders like general muscle tension, back pain shoulder pain, neck pain and knee joint pain, etc.
While treating, each person is looked upon on an individual basis and a Holistic approach is taken by an Ayurvedic practitioner looking at restoring all the functions of the body.
There can be many different causes for this problem which may vary from stress, physical trauma, poor posture, poor diet, an unhealthy lifestyle, etc. This kind of individual and holistic approach is essential for long-lasting relief and results.
In today’s world, the most common cause of such problems is in sedentary occupations and many hours spent on computers due to which musculoskeletal of the back, neck, shoulder, arms, and legs lose strength and flexibility.
In addition, poor posture, lack of mobility, and continuous stress over the years can accumulate and cause severe pain and specific therapy is required that works on a very deep level other than just regular massage.
Symptoms like inflammation, pain, stiffness, and restricted movement may be due to disorders that involve muscle(mamsa), ligaments, bones(asthi), vertebrae, and nerves(majja). Greeva Basti is a musculoskeletal treatment for such disorders.
Benefits-
- Relieves pain and stiffness in the neck
- Improves flexibility
- Blood circulation around the neck and shoulder region is improved.
- Stress and congestion in nerves, muscles bones and blood vessels are relieved.
- Relaxing and rejuvenating
Indications-
- Cervical spondylosis
- Frozen shoulder
- Chronic pain in the neck region
- Tingling and numbness in hands
- Cervical disc lesions.
- vertigo
- compression fractures
Packages- At Ayur Health Veda, this therapy is provided for 7 days 10 days, and 14 days according to the need of the patient.
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