Here Word kati basti made with  2 words kati refers to lower back, basti means to hold.

Kati Basti is a specialized Ayurvedic therapy designed to provide relief from lower back pain and spinal disorders. It involves the retention of warm medicated oil over the lower back (lumbar-sacral region) within a boundary made of dough.

Procedure of Kati Basti:

1. Preperation: A circular ring is made using black gram flour (urad dal) or whole wheat dough and placed on the lower back.

2. Oil Selection: Warm, medicated oil is carefully poured into the dough reservoir.

3. Oil Retention: The warm oil remains in the reservoir for about 20-40 minutes, allowing deep penetration into the muscles, bones, and joints.

4. Massage & Heat Therapy: After the oil is removed, a gentle massage (Abhyanga) and mild heat therapy ( Swedana ) may be performed to enhance the therapeutic effects.

Benefits of Kati Basti:

✅ Relieves Lower Back Pain: Effective for chronic and acute lower back pain.
✅ Reduces Stiffness & Inflammation: Helps in conditions like sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis.
✅ Improves Circulation: Enhances blood flow to the affected area, promoting healing.
✅ Strengthens the Spine & Nerves: Nourishes the vertebrae and lubricates the joints.
✅ Balances Vata Dosha: Beneficial in managing Vata-related disorders like degenerative spinal conditions.

Indications for Kati Basti:

✔ Sciatica
✔ Lumbar Spondylosis
✔ Herniated Disc (Slip Disc)
✔ Muscle Spasms & Stiffness
✔ Chronic Lower Back Pain
✔ Ankylosing Spondylitis