Shirodhara

Shirodhara -The name shirodhara has been derived from Sanskrit words “Shira” and “ Dhara”, meaning “head” and “flow” respectively. During this form of Ayurvedic Massage, the main focus is on the centre  of the forehead that is considered to be the third eye. Special liquids made from Ayurvedic herbs are used in this massage, which are directly poured over the third eye or the forehead. It is effective in curing sinusitis, eye diseases, greying of hair, insomnia, allergic rhinitis, tinnitus, stress and various skin diseases including psoriasis.

How it Works

The technique used during this massage therapy is dated back to centuries. The third eye area that is the centre of the forehead is the main focus point where the liquids are poured at a particular temperature from a specific height during the Shirodhara Therapy.  The flow of these medicated oils which is recurring and continuous that gives result to a very relaxing experience and leaves the person in the state of meditation. 

The duration of the entire process is around thirty to thirty five minutes.The Ayurvedic head massage is given post to the Shirodhara therapy. Specific marma points are being worked during this therapy in order to soothe the nervous system.

Benefits of Shirodhara

The shirodhara therapy helps in stabilising the nervous system, and helps to overcome depression and stress. If  done skillfully, this therapy helps in the treatment of insomnia, anxiety and muscular stress. It is very applicable if regulating hormonal imbalance and helping  the issues caused during the pre and post menopause. It relieves tiredness and mental fatigue.

How often should one have Shirodhara?

How often Shirodhara treatment should be given depends upon the condition of the individual. It could be determined by observing the sternness of the ailment. During the entire therapy the individual getting the therapy is made to lie down on the massage table and herb oils or sesame is poured on the forehead for about twenty to forty minutes. It is best to get this therapy in the morning. For severe diseases multiple sessions of this treatment are required but for conditions like insomnia which are less severe, treatment can be restricted to a couple of sessions.

Shirodhara is a deeply relaxing therapeutic treatment.