Greeva Basti includes pouring of specially prepared warm herbal oil over the neck. Greeva means neck in Sanskrit and Basti refers to a container that can retain something inside.
What to expect
As the name suggests the oil is retained inside a well, created with black gram paste or whole wheat flour.
How it works
The healing properties of herbal oil improves circulation, helps strengthen the musculature and lubricate the joint.
Benefits of Greeva Basti
Greeva Basti is recommended for pain management in conditions such as cervical spondylosis, stiff neck and pain due to muscular strain.
Not recommended (contraindicated) in case of
This procedure is not recommended if you have any open wounds in the neck region.