Uro Vasthi

Uro Vasthi comes under External Vasthi. Uro Basthi is done on the chest region.

HOW URO VASTHI IS DONE?

In this procedure, the person is asked to lie in supine position. A well-like structure or a frame is made and fixed on the chest region. While fixing it should be made sure that it should be leak-proof. After this warm medicated oil is poured into it and is held there for a specified time. The temperature of the medicated oil is kept constant by making the oil warm. After the procedure, the oil is removed and the person can bath in luke-warm water after 15 minutes of relaxation.

INDICATIONS

The Uro Vasthi is indicated in the following conditions:-

• Hiccups
• Injuries in the chest region
• Costochondritis
• In certain types of cough etc.

The person should not shake or move during the procedure. He/she should follow the instructions of the physician strictly.