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SHIRODHARA TREATMENT

Ayurveda has grown in popularity in the past decades. An Indian technique of healing, Ayurveda has been known to be practised by great sages, rishis and gurus. Though it has been around for centuries, more and more people across the globe are beginning to believe in the power of ayurvedic treatments. There are various treatments and practices under Ayurveda which have become extremely popular, not just for treatments of ailments but also for relaxation and stress relief. One such treatment is Shirodhara treatment.

Shirodhara comes from two Sanskrit words. Shiro means ‘head’ and Dhara means ‘flow’. Shirodhara treatment is an ayurvedic form of healing in which a person pours a liquid over your forehead. The liquid can be oil, milk or water and is then followed by a body or scalp massage.

Shirodhara treatment is popular for the various benefits it can provide. Consider Shirodhara as a form of the spa. Wouldn’t you want to rejuvenate after a hectic week at work? Well, Shirodhara can be your answer. Shirodhara can help you relax, reduce stress, anxiety and even reduce insomnia and help you sleep better.

During the Shirodhara treatment, a practitioner will heat up a liquid to the temperature of your body and place a bowl between your eyebrows. Your eyes will be covered with a lightweight cloth and the liquid will slowly drip onto your head through a small hole in the bowl. This entire treatment takes around half an hour to ninety minutes to complete. Shirodhara treatment is extremely relaxing Though Shirodhara Treatment is not known to treat any ailments, there are no negative effects of the treatment either.

If you are feeling extremely overwhelmed or tired, trying a Shirodhara treatment can be a good option. You can choose your own liquid like oil or milk and make an appointment with an expert.

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