More and more people are turning back to Ayurvedic therapies these days. The reason is simple — creams and pills often give only surface-level relief, and if you don’t treat the root cause, the problem keeps coming back. Ayurvedic therapies work from the inside, which is why the results actually last.
In this blog, we’ll go through 12 Ayurvedic therapies that people ask about the most — Shirodhara, Netra Tarpan, Janu Basti, Kati Basti, Kansa Thali, Abhyanga + Swedan, Leech Therapy, Hydra Facial, Greeva Basti, Hrud Basti + Nasyam, Lep Therapy for Hair, and Spa Hair Therapy (Aroma). What each one means, what problems it fixes, and how it actually works — all in plain, easy-to-understand words.
What Are Ayurvedic Therapies? A Quick Introduction
Ayurvedic therapies are treatments based on India’s traditional healing system, which is thousands of years old. According to the Ministry of Ayush, Ayurveda focuses on balancing the body’s three doshas — Vata, Pitta and Kapha — rather than just treating one symptom at a time. That’s the main difference between Ayurvedic therapies and regular quick-fix treatments: one works on the surface, the other works on the root cause.
Research published on PubMed also shows growing interest in how traditional therapies like oil massage and herbal treatments support the nervous and muscular systems. Each of the therapies below uses natural oils, herbs or simple tools, and every one of them targets a different problem. Let’s go through them one by one.
1. Shirodhara – For Stress and Sleep Problems
What it is: Warm herbal oil (sometimes milk or buttermilk) is poured in a slow, steady stream on the forehead. “Shiro” means head and “Dhara” means flow.
Problems it fixes:
- Stress and anxiety
- Trouble falling asleep (insomnia)
- Headaches and migraines
- Mental fatigue, overthinking
- Hair fall caused by stress
How it fixes it: The oil stream falls on the part of the forehead where most nerve endings are concentrated. This calms the nervous system, relaxes the mind and helps reset your sleep cycle. People who go for regular sessions often say their mind feels lighter and their focus improves through the day.
2. Netra Tarpan – For Tired, Dry Eyes
What it is: A small ring made of dough is placed around the eyes, and medicated ghee is poured inside. The eyes stay soaked in the ghee for a fixed time.
Problems it fixes:
- Dry eyes
- Eye strain from too much screen time
- Dark circles
- Slight blurring of vision
- Burning or heaviness in the eyes
How it fixes it: The ghee nourishes the eye tissues from within, restores moisture and relaxes the eye muscles. It’s especially useful for people who spend most of their day looking at laptops or phones.
3. Janu Basti – For Knee Pain
What it is: “Janu” means knee. A dough ring is built around the knee and filled with warm medicated oil, which is left to sit for a set time.
Problems it fixes:
- Knee pain and stiffness
- Early-stage arthritis
- Difficulty getting up or sitting down
- Knee weakness from sports or ageing
How it fixes it: The warm oil reaches deep into the knee joint, improves lubrication, reduces swelling and nourishes the cartilage. Over time, this makes walking and movement easier and brings the pain down.
4. Kati Basti – A Trusted Ayurvedic Therapy for Lower Back Pain
What it is: “Kati” means lower back. Just like Janu Basti, a dough ring is made around the lower back and filled with warm oil.
Problems it fixes:
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Disc-related pain
- Stiffness from long hours of sitting
How it fixes it: The oil nourishes the spine’s muscles and nerves, brings down swelling and improves blood flow in the area. For people who sit at a desk all day, this therapy gives real, noticeable relief.
5. Kansa Thali – For a Natural Facial Glow
What it is: A bronze (Kansa) plate is used to gently massage the face, along with herbal oil or ghee.
Problems it fixes:
- Puffiness on the face
- Dull, tired-looking skin
- Fine lines
- Build-up of toxins in the skin
How it fixes it: Kansa metal naturally has a cooling and detoxifying effect. The massage improves lymphatic drainage, which reduces puffiness and brings back the skin’s natural glow.
6. Abhyanga + Swedan – A Complete Ayurvedic Detox for the Whole Body
What it is: Abhyanga is a full-body massage with warm herbal oil, followed by Swedan, an herbal steam session. The two are usually done together.
Problems it fixes:
- Body stiffness and pain
- Toxin build-up (called “Ama” in Ayurveda)
- Poor blood circulation
- Muscle tightness and fatigue
How it fixes it: The oil massage first relaxes the muscles and lets the oil sink in deep, then the steam opens up the pores and helps push toxins out through sweat. Together, this combination leaves the body feeling light and refreshed.
7. Leech Therapy – For Skin and Blood Purification
What it is: Known in Ayurveda as “Jaluka Vacharan.” Medicinal leeches are placed on the affected area, and they naturally draw out impure blood.
Problems it fixes:
- Skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema
- Alopecia (patchy hair loss)
- Varicose veins
- Joint pain linked to poor blood quality
How it fixes it: The leeches remove only the impure blood, which triggers fresh blood circulation in that area. This is a specialised therapy and should only be done by trained hands — which is why the clinic’s experience really matters here.
8. Hydra Facial – Deep Cleansing, the Ayurvedic Way
What it is: An advanced facial that deep-cleans, exfoliates and hydrates the skin. Vedantam Ayurveda does this with Ayurvedic ingredients, without harsh chemicals.
Problems it fixes:
- Clogged pores and blackheads
- Dull, rough skin
- Dryness
- Uneven skin texture
How it fixes it: Deep cleansing clears out dirt and dead skin, and natural serums then restore hydration. The result is usually visible right away — skin looks softer and brighter.
9. Greeva Basti – For Neck and Cervical Pain
What it is: “Greeva” means neck. A dough ring is placed at the back of the neck and filled with warm oil for treatment.
Problems it fixes:
- Cervical spondylosis
- Stiff neck
- Neck and shoulder pain from mobile or laptop use
- Headaches caused by neck tension
How it fixes it: The oil relaxes the neck muscles and nerves, reduces stiffness and improves movement. This therapy is in high demand now since cervical problems have become common among people with desk jobs.
10. Hrud Basti + Nasyam – For Heart Area Comfort and Nasal Health
What it is: In Hrud Basti, a dough ring is made over the chest and filled with oil. In Nasyam, medicated oil or drops are given through the nose.
Problems it fixes:
- Heaviness or discomfort in the chest area
- Sinus problems, blocked nose
- Migraines and heaviness in the head
- Anxiety that comes with chest tightness
How it fixes it: Hrud Basti relaxes the muscles around the chest and improves blood flow there. Nasyam clears the nasal passages that connect directly to the head, which helps with sinus issues and headaches.
11. Lep Therapy for Hair – Treating Hair Fall at the Root
What it is: A herbal paste (Lep) is applied to the scalp and left on for a fixed time before being washed off.
Problems it fixes:
- Hair fall
- Dandruff
- Scalp itching or infection
- Weak hair roots
How it fixes it: The herbal paste nourishes the scalp deeply, strengthens the roots and clears infections like dandruff. Regular sessions improve the chances of new hair growth.
12. Spa Hair Therapy (Aroma) – Relaxation Combined with Hair Care
What it is: A relaxing hair spa using aroma oils — scalp massage, steam and a hair mask, all done together.
Problems it fixes:
- Dry, frizzy hair
- Scalp stress
- Split ends
- Overall dull-looking hair
How it fixes it: The aroma oils relax the scalp while the steam and mask deep-condition the hair. The benefit isn’t just for hair health — it relaxes the mind too.
Why Do These Problems Happen? (The Common Reasons)
Most of these issues today trace back to the same few causes:
- Sitting in front of a screen for hours
- Not getting enough sleep
- Eating out too often and an unhealthy diet
- Pollution and hard water (especially in Delhi-NCR)
- Stress that slowly builds up in the body
This is exactly why a single cream or oil rarely gives a full solution. These Ayurvedic therapies work differently — until the body’s internal balance is corrected, the problem tends to keep coming back, so treating the root cause matters more than a quick fix.
Why Choose Vedantam Ayurveda for These Ayurvedic Therapies
In Ghaziabad, Vedantam Ayurveda performs all these Ayurvedic therapies the traditional way, with trained hands — no shortcuts, no harsh chemicals.
Here’s why people choose to come here:
- 15+ years of experience in Ayurveda and hair-skin treatments
- 1,000+ hair treatment cases handled so far
- 100+ Ayurvedic products made in-house, which can also be used at home alongside the treatment
- Every therapy is planned based on individual body type (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) — there’s no one-size-fits-all treatment
- Ingredients are natural and chemical-free, made under a GMP and FSSAI certified process
- For serious hair loss or Alopecia cases, Vedantam Ayurveda’s sister center, Dr. Bansal Hair Rebirth Center, focuses specifically on that
If you’re dealing with any of these issues — stress, back pain, or hair fall — it’s worth booking a consultation at Vedantam Ayurveda. The treatment goes after the root cause, not just what’s showing on the surface.
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