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Ayurvedic External Basti Treatments and Therapy, Norwich

AYURVEDIC THERAPY AND TREATMENTS NORWICH 

I offer external Basti treatments for women. These potent Ayurvedic therapies can support the body, emotions, digestion and hormonal balance, offering a way to move from pain or tension towards deep rejuvenation and nourishment.

Treatments take place in a sacred, held space at my treatment room on Unthank Road in Norwich.

What is Ayurvedic External Basti Therapy?

External Basti is a potent Ayurvedic therapy in which warm, medicated oil is held over a specific area of the body within a carefully prepared herbal dough ring.

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The area is gently prepared before the Basti is placed, and the oil is selected according to your individual needs and the intention of the treatment. The warm oil is then held in place for a period of time, allowing the area to receive sustained warmth, nourishment and therapeutic attention.

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Basti can be applied to different areas of the body, including the back, abdomen, chest, heart area, and knee joints,

depending on what we are working with.

It is a simple yet deeply focused Ayurvedic practice, offering time to receive, settle and bring sustained attention to a particular area of the body.

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Benefits:

The warmth and medicinal qualities of the oils offer nourishment and support on multiple levels. Depending on the location of the Basti, the oils selected and your individual needs, the treatment can:

  • Relax muscles and connective tissue

  • Encourage healthy circulation and lymphatic flow

  • Nourish joints, nerves and deeper tissues (dhātus)

  • Help ease pain, tension and discomfort

  • Support relaxation and the settling of the nervous system

  • Offer deep nourishment, grounding and rejuvenation

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In Ayurvedic understanding, Basti works with the qualities of the oils and herbs, bringing focused attention and nourishment to specific areas of the body.

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Beyond the physical effects, the treatment can also offer a sense of emotional grounding, inner steadiness and connection with the body's own intelligence. It is an opportunity to receive, restore and tend to yourself as a whole.

Basti Treatments, oil therapy, Norwich

TREATMENT

External Basti is traditionally performed after Abhyanga, the Ayurvedic oil massage. Abhyanga prepares the body through warmth, touch and stimulation of circulation, creating a supportive environment for the Basti treatment that follows.​

Abhyanga, Norwich & Norfolk Ayurveda

Therapeutic Integration with Abhyanga

Each treatment begins with 10–15 minutes of partial Abhyanga, using herbal oils chosen to complement the Basti application.

  • For Basti treatments on the back or chest, this involves back Abhyanga

  • For Basti treatments on the front of the body, foot Abhyanga is used to prepare and balance the system

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Although a single treatment can be received, Basti is traditionally recommended as a course of 3, 5 or 7 consecutive daily treatments. A series allows the treatment to build over time and is recommended for more sustained results.

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PRICING:

1 session 75 minutes - £75

Session of 3 - £210

Session of 5 - £325

Session of 7 - £420

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Combined Treatment

Full Body Abhyanga & Chakra/Navel Basti: 120 minutes £108

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PLEASE NOTE:

If three or more Basti applications are used in a single session (typically, multiple applications are used only for back Basti), or if you book a course of 5 or 7 consecutive treatments, an additional one-off charge of 10-£15 applies to cover the cost of the extra medicated oils.

The exact amount depends on the specific oils used and will always be discussed with you in advance.

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

  • Open wounds, skin infections or active inflammation at the treatment site

  • Hernia in the area to be treated

  • Skin allergies or sensitivities to the oils used

  • Reduced skin sensation in the treatment area

  • Acute spinal or whiplash injuries

  • Unhealed or unstable fractures

  • Fever, flu or other acute infections

  • Acute respiratory illness, lung infection or uncontrolled coughing

  • Active liver infection

  • Immediately following abdominal or back surgery

  • During menstruation or pregnancy

  • Acute migraine

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Please let me know in advance about any relevant health conditions, recent injuries, operations, allergies or medication.

If you are unsure whether Basti is suitable for you, please get in touch before arranging an appointment. In some circumstances, medical advice may be needed before treatment can go ahead.

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AFTER CARE

If possible, gift yourself some quiet time after your session. Move slowly and avoid rushing. Allow the treatment to settle within you.

A few simple ways to continue caring for yourself:

  • Spend some time in nature

  • Take a gentle walk

  • Journal or reflect

  • Enjoy warm or room-temperature drinks and food

  • Give yourself time to rest

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Avoid strenuous activity, exercise or weightlifting for 24 hours. Gentle yin or restorative yoga may be supportive. These simple rituals can help you carry the nourishment of the treatment into the rest of your day.​​

TYPES OF EXTERNAL BASTI THERAPY 

Kati Basti, Ayurveda, Norwich

KATI BASTI
Lumbar / Sacral Region Basti

Indications:​

  • Lumbar disc issues, such as herniated or bulging discs

  • Sciatica, nerve pain and lower back pain

  • Menstrual pain

  • Sports injuries

  • Sprains and muscular spasms

  • Lumbar degeneration

  • Overwhelming kundalini experiences

  • Nervous system disorders

  • Low bone density in the lumbar spine

  • Scoliosis

 

Benefits may include

  • Relieving deep-seated stiffness and tension in the lower back

  • Reducing inflammation around the lumbar spine

  • Improving mobility and strength in the lower back

  • Providing a deeply grounding experience for the nervous system

GREEVA BASTI
Cervical / Neck/ Scapula Basti

Indications

  • Cervical spondylosis

  • Stiff neck and shoulder tension

  • Vertigo (when vata-related)

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Poor posture

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Low bone density, degeneration or osteoarthritis in the cervical and upper thoracic spine

  • Scoliosis

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Benefits may include

  • Reducing muscular tension

  • Enhancing blood and prāṇa flow to the brain

  • Improving mobility and alignment

  • Balancing vata and kapha 

  • Nourishing and strengthening the vertebrae

Kati Basti, Ayurvedic Treatments, Norwich
Basti Treatment, Ayurveda Norwich

PRSTA BASTI
Thoracic Spine / Upper Back Basti

Indications

  • Mid-back pain

  • Anxiety

  • Postural kyphosis (rounded back)

  • Nervous system disorders

  • Scoliosis

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Benefits may include

  • Nourishing the spinal cord and thoracic nerves

  • Stabilising prana vayu region (energy of the sternum and head)

  • Uplifting emotional well-being

PUPPUS BASTI
Lung / Respiratory Region Basti

Indications

  • Asthma, bronchitis, wheezing and breathlessness

  • Difficulty breathing

  • Chronic cough

  • Hyperventilation

  • Post-viral respiratory fatigue

  • Grief or unresolved emotions held in the lungs

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Benefits may include:

  • Opening and strengthening the chest

  • Loosening excess mucus and balancing kapha

  • Rejuvenating the nervous system

  • Calming and deepening the breath

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Abhyanga, Ayurvedic Oil Massage, Norwich
Ayurveda Treatments, Norwich Pada Abhyanga

CHAKRA / NABHI BASTI
Navel Basti

Indications

  • Fatigue or low energy

  • Weakened immunity

  • Digestive issues (gas, bloating, IBS and hyperacidity)

  • Emotional trauma held in the gut

  • Weak or irregular Agni (digestive fire)

  • Fertility concerns and hormonal imbalance

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Benefits may include

  • Supporting immunity

  • Nourishing and rebuilding energy

  • Enlivening digestive fire (agni)

  • Balancing the nervous system

  • Releasing emotional blockages

  • Reconnecting with the body's power centre ~ the largest nerve plexus in the body

  • Nourishing and supporting fertility and the health of the reproductive organs

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NIMNODHARA BASTI
Bladder Basti

Indications

  • Weak bladder tone

  • Urinary incontinence or urgency

  • Apāna Vāyu imbalances, including menstrual disorders

  • Reproductive imbalances

  • Fertility concerns

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Benefits may include

  • Grounding and stabilising the nervous system

  • Supporting bladder and pelvic floor tone

  • Rejuvenating and nourishing the reproductive system

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Ayurvedic Treatments, Norwich & Norfolk
Liver Basti, Norwich, Ayurveda

YAKRIT BASTI
Liver Basti

Indications

  • Hormonal imbalances

  • PMS

  • Irritability, anger and frustration

  • Liver sluggishness or toxicity

  • Overuse of medication or alcohol

  • Fatty liver

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Benefits may include

  • Supporting liver detoxification and function

  • Enhancing hormonal regulation, particularly in relation to menstruation

  • Balancing pitta (excess heat)

  • Clearing heat and supporting emotional release

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I offer this therapy with gratitude, as it was passed down through the school of Vital Veda, in alignment with the living tradition of Ayurveda as practised by the Raju Vaidyas - a renowned lineage of Ayurvedic doctors, healers and Vedic scholars from Andhra Pradesh, India.

I hold deep respect for the sacredness of touch and the subtle power of these therapies, and approach this work with reverence and responsibility.

NOURISHING EXPERIENCES

Chakra/ Navel Basti Client
Ivana holds a deeply nurturing and healing space filled with care, warmth, and awareness. Receiving Basti therapy over three days allowed the treatment to go much deeper, with each session building on each other, revealing new layers physically, emotionally, and energetically. I am deeply grateful for Ivana’s presence, skills and sensitivity of her healing touch. It was a very transformative experience that stayed with me beyond the sessions themselves, and I hope it will continue for a long time.
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