A steady stream of warm, medicated oil is allowed to flow rhythmically across the forehead in order to calm the mind and relax the body.
Benefits
- Releases stress and tension from the mind and body;
- Soothes the nervous system
- Induces feelings of happiness and relaxation
Method
It usually accompanies with Abhyanga. After a mild oil massage, herbal medicated oil is poured on the forehead in a continuous and rhythmic manner. Shirodhara is an ancient, unique therapy mainly to alleviated the pitta dosha.
Main indications
- Stress
- headache
- tension
- hair fall
- Sleeplessness.
