Hrud Basti
(Ayurveda Heart Care)
The heart is called ‘Hridaya’ in Ayurveda and it is considered as one among the ‘Tri-marma’ (three vital areas). The heart is believed to be the seat of the Atma (Soul). Hridaya is where Pure Consciousness resides.
HrudBasti is an incredibly nurturing, calming and healing treatment for the heart and Anahata chakra located at the heart.
It is also called ‘UroBasti’.The word ‘Uro’ stands for chest region and ‘Basti’ means that which covers or surrounds.
HrudBasti uses flour dough ring placed over the heart area, filled with warm herbal oil made from herbs that strengthen the heart muscle and increase the strength and vitality of the organ. It also helps in removing blockages in the arteries and improving circulation.
How it works:
The warm oil penetrates deeply into the heart giving a positive influence on the heart chakra for emotional balance, physical heart health, energy and immunity.
Benefits:
- Pacifies aggravated Vata dosha in the chest region
- Nourishes and strengthens the cardiac muscles
- Relieves deep-seated stress, anger and grief
- Regulates cardiac functions
- Promotes relaxation and good mental health
- Strengthens the heart chakra
Indications:
- Coronary heart diseases
- Angina
- Ischemic heart disease
- Cardiomyopathy
- Bronchiectasis
- Asthma
- Breathlessness
- Hypertension
- Muscular pain in the chest
- Post-op cardiac care