Basti: Gateway to Retinal Disorders Management.

Abstract

In netra roga chikitsa, topical treatments in the form of kriyakalpa are frequently utilized. However, the fundamental idea behind ayurvedic medicine is shodhana, which is followed by shaman therapy. Acharya sushruta claims that Basti is both samshaman and sanshodhan. Even though it is suggested for the treatment of pitta, kapha, and sarvadhatu ashrita vyadhi, it is thought to be the best remedy for vata dosha. Basti treats ailments of all body channels, including urdhwajatrugata vyadhis, koshtha, marma, and shakha. Acharya Sushruta mentioned “चक्षु: प्रीणयति” when discussing the significance of basti chikitsa, suggesting that it should be recommended in cases of vascular and neuronal disorders of the eyes. The majority of retinal disorders are linked to systemic conditions that have horrifying consequences for the eyes. In light of this, an effort has been made to investigate lesser-known basti yogas from ayurvedic literature in netra roga, with particular attention to retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular occlusion.