Netra Basti - eye care therapy for sore, dry, itchy, strained or weak eyes

$105 60 minutes

Netra Basti is a restorative and preventative ayurvedic treatment for the eyes whereby each eye is consecutively bathed in warm clarified butter, i.e. ghee for about 20 minutes.

Netra Basti is beneficial for chronic dry eyes, poor vision and inflamed eyes. It relieves eye-strain and the deleterious effects of prolonged exposure to electronic screens. It strengthens eye tissue, also helping to fight dark circles under the eyes and makes the eyes brighter and clearer.

Netra Basti is also nutritive. Gazing through the warm ghee is believed to have a nourishing effect on the optic nerve and the nervous system promoting a deep sense of calm.

This therapy involves first placing a ring of dough, made from urid flour, around the eyes to create a small dam to hold the ghee. The ring is applied so that it does not leak. Then, with the patient’s eyes closed, the therapist pours warm medicated ghee into the eye cavity until it covers the eyelashes. It sits for a short time so its therapeutic action can take place. After the therapy is complete, the ghee and dough are removed. It may sound quite strange, but worldwide testimonials over many years report enormous relief for eye conditions.