Shirodhara Effective Stand-Alone Therapy. Shirodhara is an amazing, unique body therapy from the ancient natural medical system Ayurveda. Shirodhara is a form of Ayurveda therapy that involves gently pouring liquids over the forehead and can be one of the steps involved in Panchakarma. The name comes from the Sanskrit words shiro (head) and dhara (flow). The liquids used in shirodhara depend on what is being treated, but can include oil, milk, buttermilk, coconut water, or even plain water.

This blissful Shirodhara Ayurvedic therapy quietens the mind, alleviates anxiety and heightens awareness and is particularly effective for insomnia treatment, headaches and stress treatment. It also improves hair condition. The gentle pressure and soothing warmth of the oil allow the body, mind and nervous system to experience a deep state of rest, similar to meditation. Shirodhara treatment can help relieve symptoms of anxiety, stress, fatigue and hypertension. It relieves tension, worry, fear and headache as well as depression. It regulates mood and gives feelings of pleasure and relaxation. Shirodhara is beneficial in all diseases of forehead, head or nervous system.