Ayurvedic Shirodhara Massage

SHIRODHARA TREATMENT:

What is Ayurvedic Shirodhara Massage?

Shirodhara is a form of Ayurveda therapy that involves gently pouring liquids over the forehead in a continuous and consistent flow and can be one of the steps involved in Panchakarma. The name comes from the Sanskrit words Shiro (head) and dhara (flow). The liquids used in Shirodhara depend on what is being treated but can include oil, milk, buttermilk, coconut water, or even plain water. This is a chakra point just above and between the eyebrows, also known as the seat of the human consciousness. According to Ayurvedic philosophy, all ailments, and diseases are caused due to an imbalance in the energy levels in the body. Shirodhara is a safe option to improve sleep quality among people who have sleep problems. Shirodhara is also effective in treating mental conditions such as anxiety, and mental stress. The calming effect produced by Shirodhara is similar to that obtained with meditation.

Why should you get it?

Shirodhara has a profound impact on the nervous system. It regulates mood and acts to calm and relaxes your mind. The oil saturates the skin and scalp and has a cleansing effect on your nerves. The nervous centers in the brain control the senses; Shirodhara will make your head region so strong that your body will work smoothly.

What to expect?

In Shirodhara, warm oil is constantly poured over the head for about 15 minutes or more followed by head, neck and shoulder massage. The total procedure is 50 min. It reduces fatigue, stress and induces sleep. It initiates a soothing effect on brain cells, stabilizing the mind and gives it a serene and calm feeling.

Health Benefits of Ayurvedic Shirodhara Massage:


Counteracts the Effects of Stress: The benefits of Shirodhara kick off as an ideal treatment for reducing high levels of mental stress. It induces calmness, promotes tranquility, and facilitates relaxation.
Reduces Anxiety: This therapy helps increase energy in the mind and body and makes people feel fitter and more active. It has a positive effect on your mood and helps relieve stress and anxiety.
Relief from insomnia and sleep disorder: Shirodhara is traditionally known for its ability to reduce sleep problems. The therapy stimulates the pineal gland which produces melatonin, the regulator of the wake-sleep cycle. It calms an unquiet mind and induces rest.
Reduces headaches and migraine: Shirodhara has a good effect on mood and reduces stress, which can help cope with headaches and migraines. It also helps maintain a relaxed mind and induces good sleep and prevents migraine attacks.
Reduce hair loss: The flow of oil on the scalp will nourish and cure hair loss problems. Regular use of oil on the scalp can make your hair follicles stronger and promote new hair growth.

Who Should NOT Have Shirodhara:

  • Shirodhara should NOT be given to women in their third trimester of pregnancy. It is very difficult to lay on the back for 40-60 minutes at a time without feeling discomfort. Pregnancy is contraindicated in dhara where warm oil is poured all over the body.
  • Other contraindications include brain tumor, recent neck injury, abrasions or cuts on the head, fever or chills, acute illness, nausea, vomiting, severe weakness, exhaustion, dizziness, fainting or spontaneous sweating.
  • Shirodhara should not be given to those with a rash or sunburn on the forehead or scalp.
  • If you have an aversion to oil then it is also not recommended for you.

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