A warmed poultice consisting of a blend of special herbs is applied on the nape.
Manya basti is Effective for:
1. Cervical spodylosis
2. Neck pain caused by heavy use of Laptops or computers
MANYA BASTI THERAPY
Manya also known as ‘Greeva’ refers to the nape of neck region thus it is the procedure in which the medicated oil is retained in the neck region for a certain period of time.
• Position of person undergoing Greevavasti should be Prone that is face down on massage table
• Before Greevavasti, local massage with oil is done to improve the absorption of medicated oil or decoction of herbs according to requirement of person.
• The dough is prepared by using black gram flour or wheat flour.
• Boundaries where oil to be poured are completely sealed with the help of dough.
• The medicated oil is soaked up, heated to become lukewarm and pored back again by adding fresh oil in it. This repeated during the whole procedure.
• Duration of treatment varies considering condition and requirement of patient.
• Increases blood supply to neck and shoulders
• Rejuvenates and nourishes muscle tissues, bones and nerves around neck and shoulder
• Relieves pain and inflammation
• Improves flexibility
• Enhances ease of movements
• Relieves stiffness and discomfort
• Chronic pain in neck region
• Cervical spondylosis
• Cervical disc lesion
• Vertigo
• Compression fractures
• Frozen shoulder
• Osteoporosis
• Slipped herniated disc
• Sprain and strains
