The literal translation of the Sanskrit word Shirodhara could be ‘a flow or a cascade over the head’. It stands for an ancient, time tested and traditional Ayurvedic therapy which has a rich history and is known for its wide range of benefits.
To address various issues of the mind as well as the body, Ayurveda recommends Shirodhara. It has been known to soothe the mind and the body, to maintain a calm state of mind, keep the hormones in a perfectly balanced state, to promote health of the hair, to address healthy vision, to treat insomnia as well as for restoration of sound sleep. The process of Shirodhara involves a cascade of a medicinal liquid over the forehead in a steady flow, for a specific period of time.
A little more on Shirodhara:
Shirodhara goes back thousands of years. Revered and renowned Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita have much to say about this therapeutic procedure and its wide range of benefits for the mind as well as the body.
Along with addressing neurological and/or psychological disorders, Shirodhara is known to promote overall well-being.
A cascade of medicinal oil or a specially formulated medicinal liquid over the scalp and/or the head is known to have a calming effect on the nervous system, which in turn relieves or reduces stress and leads to relaxation of the mind and the body. This in turn addresses anxiety related disorders including insomnia which further promotes a sense of overall physical as well as mental wellness.
Shirodhara also helps:
- Enhance blood circulation
- Improve scalp health and thereby hair health
- Enhance mental clarity and focus
- Treat symptoms of depression
- Reduce fatigue
Shirodhara, under the care of highly experienced and holistic physicians, is what you should explore if you’re looking for a sustainable path to overall wellness and wellbeing.
