Niruha means that 'whose action cannot be assessed' or that which is capable of eliminating doshas and diseases from the body. A type of elimination therapy; performed in empty stomach, but not hungry. Usually done in combination with anuvasana to prevent vata aggravation. Complete rest after procedure is necessary.

Niruha Vasthi is more potent; complications are minimal if executed properly. It has wide range of clinical applications, choice & benefits.

Indication

• Neurological diseases
• Musculo-skeletal diseases
• Gastro Intestine tract pathologies
• Immune system diseases
• Genito-urinary tract diseases
• Lumbar IVDP
• Lumbar canal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Low backache of varied etiology
• Infertility
• Rheumatoid syndrome
• MCTD and other arthropathies
• Neurological deficits
• Ulcerative colitis and IBS
• Chronic Rhinitis and headaches
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Peripheral neuropathy

Contraindications

• Extremely weak and emaciated
• COPD
• Valvular heart diseases
• Malignancy
• Sphincter incontinency
• Proctitis
• Prostate enlargement
• Chest injury
• Acute diarrhea/ vomiting
• Respiratory diseases
• Diabetes
• Hemorrhoids
• Stomach disorders/ hiccup
• Inflammation in anus
• Ascites
• Skin diseases
• Pregnancy up to the completion of 7th month