Shirodhara

A treatment unique to Ayurveda,  Shirodhara involves a steady stream of warm Ayurvedic oil being gently poured on your forehead as you lie on a massage table. This calming process saturates the head with warm oil, soothing tight scalp, neck and facial muscles. Finishing with a head massage, it is a great way to generally relieve tension. Traditionally used for anxiety, stress and insomnia.

Duration:  60 minutes                  Cost:  $159

 

What is Shirodhara?

Shirodhara is part of Panchakarma treatment (Ayurvedic detoxification process). It involves a steady stream of warm oil being gently poured on the 3rd eye center of the forehead just between the eyebrows. This calming process saturates the head with the warm oil, soothing the peripheral nerves around the scalp and brain aiding in deep relaxation.

Who can receive a Shirodhara treatment?

Shirodhara is suitable for everyone. People who will especially benefit from it are those who suffer with:

  • Stress
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Anger
  • Irritability
  • Confusion
  • Feelings of being lost
  • Insomnia
  • Difficulties sleeping
  • Headaches
  • Epilepsy
  • Vertigo
  • Dizziness

What happens during a Shirodhara treatment?
 

  • Step 1: You will lie on a massage table and your body will be covered to keep you warm and comfortable. In certain cases the eyes can be covered to increase relaxation.
  • Step 2: The oil used will be chosen according to your condition.  A steady stream of warm oil will be poured onto the centre of your forehead and down over your scalp. During this time your mind and body will begin to release tension and a deep state of relaxation will follow, reducing the effects of an overstimulated nervous system.
  • Step 3: The treatment in finished with calming head and face massage

What benefits will I get from the Shirodhara treatment?

  • Deep feelings of relaxation and tranquility 
  • Relief from mental, physical and emotional stress 

Ongoing treatments can assist with:

  • Relief from psychosomatic diseases 
  • Reduction in panic attacks 
  • Improved memory and concentration 
  • Enhanced vision 
  • Total mind and body rejuvenation 

For the best results, a series of four Shirodhara treatments is recommended.

Read more about Shirodhara in this May 2004 Good Medicine article and Oct 2004 Body+Soul article from the Sunday Telegragh

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