Uro Basti Therapy

Uro Basti Therapy

Uro Basti (also called Hridaya Basti) is a traditional Ayurvedic external oil treatment applied to the chest region, especially over the heart area.
The word “Uro” means chest, and “Basti” means to retain or hold.
It involves retaining warm, medicated herbal oils or ghee in a specially prepared reservoir made of black gram dough over the chest for a specific period.

It is mainly used to nourish heart tissues, improve circulation, strengthen respiratory health, and balance Vata and Kapha doshas in the chest region.

Types of Uro Basti Therapy

  1. Sneha Basti Type (Oil-based) – Uses medicated oils or ghee to nourish and strengthen tissues.

  2. Kashaya Basti Type (Decoction-based) – Uses herbal decoctions for cleansing and Kapha reduction.

  3. Mixed Type – Combination of oils and herbal decoctions as per patient’s condition.

Benefits of Uro Basti Therapy

  • Nourishes and strengthens heart muscles.

  • Improves blood circulation in the chest area.

  • Helps relieve stress, anxiety, and emotional imbalance.

  • Eases chest tightness, palpitations, and muscular pain.

  • Supports respiratory health and immunity.

  • Provides deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Typical Session

  • Preparation & Setup: 10–15 minutes

  • Oil Retention Time: 20–40 minutes

  • Post-Therapy Rest: 10–15 minutes

  • Total Duration: ~40–60 minutes per session

  • Usually done daily or on alternate days for 7–14 sessions, depending on the patient’s condition.