Internal Therapy Protocol
Karma Basti (30 Enema Course)
in Bengaluru
Karma Basti is the most intensive and comprehensive Basti course in Ayurveda, consisting of 30 enemas (18 Anuvasana/oil and 12 Niruha/decoction). It is reserved for the most severe, deeply entrenched Vata disorders and profound neurological deficits.
Clinical Benefits
- The ultimate Ayurvedic intervention for severe paralysis and neurodegenerative diseases
- Dramatically rebuilds wasted tissues and restores lost motor functions
- Provides a complete overhaul of the gut-brain axis and immune system
- Addresses diseases considered otherwise incurable or highly refractory
Clinical Procedure
1. Preparation (Purvakarma)
- • Extensive psychological and physical preparation, including Snehapana, Abhyanga, and Swedana.
2. Main Action (Pradhana Karma)
Starts with 1 oil enema, followed by 12 alternating decoction and oil enemas (12 each), and concludes with 5 continuous oil enemas to deeply nourish the cleansed colon. (Total 18 Oil, 12 Decoction).
3. Post-Therapy (Paschatkarma)
- • Requires a prolonged recovery period (Paschat Karma) equal to or double the length of the treatment with a strict diet.
Patient FAQs
Do I have to stay in the hospital for 30 days?
Yes, Karma Basti requires strict in-patient monitoring. The diet, physical activity, and exposure to wind/cold must be perfectly controlled to prevent complications during such a deep detox.
Medically Reviewed by Dr Abhiram SSBAMS (Reg No: 36991)
Chief Consultant, Ayurvedic Rheumatology & Dermatology • Updated: 2026-07-24
Protocol Details
Duration
30 consecutive days.Frequency
Usually a once-in-a-lifetime or very infrequent deep systemic intervention.Primary Indications
condition-paralysiscondition-muscular-dystrophycondition-parkinsons-diseasecondition-severe-rheumatoid-arthritis
Contraindications
- Patients lacking physical stamina (Bala) to undergo a 30-day purge
- Acute infectious diseases, extreme emaciation, or young children
- Inability to commit to complete rest for 30 days