Shirodhara - Rejuvenating Head Therapy

Shiro is head and Dhara is a stream. Shirodhara is a nourishing and rejuvenating head therapy that uses a continuously moving stream of herbal oil/liquid on the forehead and scalp to remove mental clutter, release stress and anxiety, eliciting a deep state of relaxation. It is especially useful in chronic headaches or migraines, helps improve sleep and brings grounding to the nervous system. It is extremely useful in alleviating Vata and Pitta disorders.

It is advisable to review the contra-indications listed below when you book this treatment. This list of contra-indications is not exhaustive —if there are any specific or complex health concerns, a consultation is recommended before proceeding.

MORE INFORMATION

Ayurveda views the human body as an inverted tree, where the head serves as the root, the thorax and abdomen form the trunk, and the limbs extend as branches. Just as roots sustain and nourish a tree, the head functions as the command center of the body, guiding its overall well-being. This is why it is referred to as Uttamanga—the supreme organ. When the head is well cared for, the entire body operates harmoniously.

Shirodhara is a specialized Ayurvedic therapy designed to nourish and rejuvenate the head. In this treatment, warm oil (or other therapeutic liquids) is poured in a continuous stream over the forehead, an area rich in nerve endings. The gentle pressure creates a subtle vibration, allowing the liquid to deeply penetrate the scalp and nervous system, inducing a profound state of relaxation. This therapy calms the mind, soothes the nervous system, and fosters neurophysiological balance. It promotes deep inner awareness, tranquility, and mental clarity while gently stimulating the Ajna Chakra (Third Eye) and marma points on the forehead, helping to relieve sensory overload and enhance focus.

INDICATIONS

• Excessive thoughts 

• Anxiety, Stress

• Sleep disturbances

• Headaches or Migraines

• Eye disorders, Ear Disorders

• Hair Fall, Premature greying of hair

• Dryness of scalp

• Weak memory 

BENEFITS

• Mental clarity 

• Rejuvenation of  the nervous system 

• Balancing of all doshas

• Digestion of the mind, so we can let go and move on from past events

• Deep relaxation and meditation

CONTRA-INDICATIONS

• Lack of appetite, no hunger

• Acute fever, mucous, chest or sinus congestion

• Infections, Inflammations in the ENT area eg. Sinusitis, Conjunctivitis, Rhinitis, Mouth Ulcers, cold sores

• Active headache or migraine

• Bleeding in the ENT area e.g. bleeding gums, bleeding from the nose

• Extreme Tiredness and Fatigue, weakness in the body

• Excessive Anger, Frustration

• Unmanaged High blood pressure

• Open or bleeding wounds, healing scars or burns

End

BOOK HERE