Basti is an Ayurvedic treatment in which a ring of dough is placed on one area of the body and filled with warm herbal oil, which is kept warm and left to soak in. Arogya Studio in Colindale offers it for the lower back (Kati Basti), neck and upper back (Greeva Basti), knees (Janu Basti), chest (Hridaya Basti) and abdomen (Nabhi Basti). Each session is 50 minutes and costs £80.
Nothing is asked of you except to lie still. The warmth is sustained and local, which is why it is the traditional choice for one stiff or tired area rather than the whole body.
Also known as: Kati Basti, Greeva Basti, Janu Basti
Options and prices
Kati Basti
A reservoir of warm herbal oil is held over the lower back so the warmth can sink into the muscles. Traditionally used to ease tension and stiffness.
Good for: A stiff lower back after long hours sitting or standing.
£80
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Warm herbal oil held over the back of the neck and the tops of the shoulders.
Good for: Neck and shoulder tension from desk and screen work.
£80
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Warm herbal oil held around the knee joint, one knee at a time.
Good for: Stiff knees after exercise, or knees that feel their age.
£80
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Warm herbal oil held over the breastbone. A soothing, grounding treatment traditionally used when you are carrying stress or emotional strain.
£80
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Warm herbal oil held over the navel to warm and relax the abdomen. Traditionally used to support digestive comfort.
£80
Book thisWhat to expect
Every treatment is given by Dr Priyanka Balachandar in a private room at the studio in Colindale.
Questions
Kati Basti is an Ayurvedic treatment for the lower back. A ring of dough is placed on the lower back and filled with warm herbal oil, which is kept warm for the length of the treatment. At Arogya Studio it lasts 50 minutes and costs £80.
Every Basti treatment — lower back, neck, knees, chest or abdomen — is £80 for 50 minutes.
Basti is traditionally used to ease stiffness and tension, and is a relaxation therapy rather than a medical treatment. Please see your GP or a physiotherapist about persistent pain, an injury or sciatica.
Yes. All hands-on treatments at Arogya Studio are for women only, in a private room with Dr Priyanka. Consultations are open to everyone.
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Tell Priyanka how you are feeling and she will suggest a treatment. No pressure, and no obligation to book.
