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  |  Of all the treatments in Panchakarma, 
      basti is considered the 
      most effective. This is because it reduces conditions that are caused by 
      exacerbated Vata dosha. The effect of basti is to ease lower back pain, 
      reduce insomnia, lower stress and nervousness, and gently ease conditions 
      of chronic constipation by lubricating the colon. Oil and herbs are warmed 
      and the client is assisted in self-administration of the basti fluids to 
      the rectum. This induces a feeling of restfulness and even sleep. The 
      procedure is gentle and comfortable.
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