Shirodhara in Ayurveda
Shirodhara in Ayurveda
Shirodharah is an Ayurvedic therapy, under this treatment a warm herbal oil is poured onto the forehead, mainly focusing on the third eye area, which is located between the eyebrows. As per Ayurveda, this process helps in reducing stress, calms the mind, and helps in relaxation.
Shirodhara in Ayurveda is believed to balance the doshas of our body, Improve mental clarity, and support overall well-being. It is suggested that if you are considering Shirodhara, then it must be only performed by a trained Ayurvedic practitioner.
Nowadays finding a trained Ayurvedic practitioner with the right knowledge of Shirodhara is difficult. Many Ayurvedic spa centers charge a lot of prices, but they lack trained Ayurvedic practitioners who can provide you with the desired treatment.
This is where Ayanica Ayurvedic stands out from the rest of the Ayurvedic spa centers, as we tailor our services to the needs of our customers to provide them with their desired relaxation and peace. In this blog, we will try to explain to you in detail about Shirodhara in Ayurveda, Does it work, which oil is best, and what issues are solved if we do Shirodhara treatment.
What is Shirodhara in Ayurveda?
Shirodhara in Ayurveda is made out of two Sanskrit words “Shiro” which means Head, and “Dhara” which means Flow, it is a treatment in which a warm oil infused with herbs is used. These herbal oils are made as per your dosha which can vary from individual to individual.
The therapy includes various steps that must be followed in a certain order to get the best out of the therapy. With our trained Ayurvedic practitioner we promise you to provide your desired peace and relaxation.
What is Shirodhara?
In Shirodhara, our trained Ayurvedic practitioners use warm oil infused with herbs that are customized as per your dosha and body type. Later the oil is poured onto your forehead focusing on the third eye situated between your eyebrows, a special vessel is used to pour oil onto your forehead called “Dhara Patra” which typically hangs over the forehead of the patient.
Shirodhara therapy is very useful for today’s lifestyle, as it not just only calms us, but also provides us relief from issues like depression and anxiety.
Top 5 Benefits of Shirodhara
Although Shirodhara has many other benefits. However, finding the right Ayurvedic practitioner who can provide the desired level of satisfaction is tough and requires a lot of time. These are the top 5 benefits that you can get instantly after getting a Shirodhara treatment from our practitioners at Avanika Ayurvedic:
- Mental Clarity.
- Calm Mind
- Balance of Dosha
- Relief from Depression and Anxiety
- Skin Benefits.
If you are looking for more details related to benefits you can either directly contact us or visit our website.
Shirodhara Side Effects
Shirodhara is an Ayurvedic treatment generally it is considered safe and beneficial for people, but there can be potential side effects of Shirodhara such as:
- Allergic Reactions
- Skin Irritation
- Headaches
- Scalp Infection
- Dizziness or Nausea
These are the potential Shirodhara side effects, but these can be avoided if the treatment is performed by a trained Ayurvedic practitioner.
At Avanika Ayurvedic our trained practitioners take proper precautions in selecting the right oil per body to dosha, maintaining proper hygiene and quality, we communicate with our clients beforehand to know about their medical condition, and we also provide aftercare instruction to avoid any potential issues.
Abhyanga and Shirodhara are Same?
A lot of people tend to get confused when it comes to Abhyanga and Shirodhara, both share the same process but with a slight difference. Both of them use warm herbal oil customized as per their Dosha, the main difference is how that oil is used.
In Abhyanga, the oil is applied all over the body with a specific technique of massage only known by trained Ayurvedic practitioners. On the other hand Shirodhara, the oil is dropped on the forehead of a person following a rhythmic pattern.
The Abhyangam is more for increasing and improving blood circulation in the body, and the Shirodhara is more focused on peace of mind. To get more information read a detailed blog on Abhyangam in Ayurveda by Avanika Ayurvedic.
Is Shirodhara Good for Hair
Shirodhara is also beneficial for your hair, apart from providing you with mental peace it also provides many benefits that can improve the health of your hair. Here are the top 5 Benefits provided by Shirodhara to your health.
- Nourishment to your hair roots.
- Improve blood circulation.
- Stress reduction helps with hair fall.
- Improves scalp health
- Reduces tension and can help prevent hair loss.
These are the benefits that you will get for your hair if you go under a Shirodhara treatment by trained Ayurvedic practitioners of Avanika Ayurvedic.
Does Shirodhara really works?
As per many recorded results, Shirodhara has cured many health-related problems like anxiety, Migraine, and hair fall. Shirodhara for Migraine patients is very helpful as it provides benefits like stress reduction, improved sleep, calming the nervous system, and enhancing the blood circulation in the head.
It is advised to go for a trained Ayurvedic practitioner because to get the best out of treatment, only the trained Ayurvedic practitioner can provide you with the desired relief. That is why we at Avanika Ayurvedic we only hire trained Ayurvedic practitioners to provide you with the best for what you have paid. So contact us now to experience and feel the real experience of Shirodhara.
Which oil is used for Shirodhara?
As per Ayurveda, it is suggested to use oil as per the dosha of an Individual to get the result out of Shirodhara treatment. We at Avanika Ayurved follow all the suggested traditional methods by Ayurved, and here are the oils that are used for Shirodhara at Avanika Ayurvedic:
- Sesame oil
- Coconut oil
- Brahmi oil
- Ashwagandha oil
- Vata oil
- Pitta oil
Our trained Ayurvedic practitioners also consider health concerns to prevent potential issues.
“We At Avanika Ayurvedic offer you the best Shirodhara treatment cost because we tailor our prices as per the needs of every individual. Every individual has a different type of dosha and different medical obligations, due to which there can be differences between levels of treatment. If you want to know the shirodhara therapy cost, then it is efficient to directly contact us and get the right price quotation as per your requirement, you can also visit our website for our other packages and treatments.”
