Kati Basti is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment that involves the application of warm herbal oil to the lower back region. Kati Basti is a soothing treatment where a large quantity of warm herbalised oil is retained on your lower back to relieve pain , stiffness and inflammation.

Kati Basti is used to treat various health conditions related to the lower back and spine, including:

1. Lower back pain: Relieves lower back pain, stiffness, and inflammation.
2. Sciatica: Relieves sciatica pain, numbness, and tingling.
3. Spondylosis: Relieves symptoms of spondylosis, such as lower back pain and stiffness.
4. Spinal cord injuries: Helps manage symptoms of spinal cord injuries, such as pain, numbness, and weakness, Muscle spasms and stiffness, Postural issues
5. Musculoskeletal disorders: Relieves symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders, such as fibromyalgia.
6. Circulatory System: Poor-circulation-related back pain
7. Women’s Health: Menstrual cramps, menstrual back pain

The Kati Basti procedure involves several steps:

1. Preparation: The patient is allowed to lie down on therapy table in prone position comfortabely.
2. Application of herbal oil or ghee: A well of dough is prepared and luke warm herbal oil is poured in this well to the lower back region.
3. Retention: The oil is retained on the lower back for a specified period, usually 30-60 minutes.
4. Massage: Gentle massage is performed on the lower back region to facilitate the absorption of the herbal oil or ghee.

Kati Basti is believed to offer several benefits, including:

1. Relief from lower back pain: Reduces lower back pain, stiffness, and inflammation.
2. Improved spinal flexibility: Increases spinal flexibility and range of motion.
3. Reduced muscle spasms: Relaxes muscle spasms and cramps.
4. Improved circulation: Enhances blood circulation to the lower back region.