Shirodhara
Third Eye Oil Pour
Shirodhara is one of Ayurveda's most profound treatments for balancing the nervous system. In Sanskrit, ‘shiro”'means head and ‘dhara”'means flow. This therapy involves a continuous stream of warm herbal oil poured in a steady rhythm across the forehead and the third eye (Ajna Marma). The gentle pressure and soothing warmth of the oil creates a blissful sensation that allows the mind to experience a deep meditative state. The continuous stream lasts for 25-45 minutes, depending upon constitution and doshas to balance, and will be decided upon but the practitioner.
For maintenance or general wellness: relief for periodic stress, general relaxation, or improved concentration, frequency can look like one time a week to once monthly, or one time a season (four times a year).
For therapeutic purposes: it is recommended to repeat Shirodhara daily, for 3-7 days, depending on severity of symptoms. Chronic insomnia, anxiety, or neurological conditions can sometimes extend 4-21 days. In such circumstance I would recommend consulting with an Ayurvedic Doctor with whom we can work together as a team for best treatment plan.
Benefits include:
- Profoundly calms the nervous system and reduces stress
- Improves sleep quality and helps with insomnia
- Relieves anxiety, mental exhaustion, stagnation o thought process or overthinking
- Nourishes the scalp and hair follicles
- Creates a meditative state of consciousness