Shirodhara

🌿 Shirodhara Therapy – Deep Mental Relaxation at the Best Ayurvedic Panchakarma Centre in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai & Thane

Shirodhara is a powerful Ayurvedic therapy where a continuous stream of warm, medicated oil is gently poured over the forehead (third eye area), calming the mind and nervous system. This ancient treatment is highly effective for stress, anxiety, insomnia, migraines, and mental fatigue.

At Dr. Garje Ayurved Panchakarma Clinic, one of the best Ayurvedic Panchakarma centres in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane, we offer authentic Shirodhara using premium herbal oils, performed by experienced Ayurvedic practitioners. Experience deep mental clarity, emotional balance, and holistic healing with our personalized Shirodhara treatments.

What is Shirodhara?

Shirodhara is an Ayurvedic therapy that involves gently pouring a continuous stream of warm liquid (typically oil) over the forehead, specifically on the "third eye" region. It is deeply calming and used for balancing the nervous system, relieving stress, insomnia, anxiety, and other mental and neurological conditions.

Types of Shirodhara (Based on Liquid Used)
  • Taila Dhara (Oil)
    • Base: Medicated oils
    • Use: Vata/Pitta issues, insomnia, stress, neurological disorders
  • Ksheera Dhara (Milk)
    • Base: Medicated/cow’s milk
    • Use: Pitta conditions, headaches, burning, skin issues
  • Takra Dhara (Buttermilk)
    • Base: Medicated buttermilk
    • Use: Pitta dominance, psoriasis, insomnia, scalp problems
  • Kwatha Dhara (Herbal Decoction)
    • Base: Specific herbal decoctions
    • Use: Customized treatment for doshic imbalances
How Does Shirodhara Treatment Work?

Pouring of warm oils used stimulates and soothes the hypothalamus, thereby regulating the functions of pituitary gland and inducing sleep. Shirodhara stimulates Marma’s or Vital Points in the head and improves circulation. The warm oils used for Shirodhara also cause vasodilatation of all the channels and thereby improve the blood circulation of brain. Shirodhara also reduces the level of stress hormones such as adrenaline and noradrenaline and thus relaxes mind.

Duration of Shirodhara

Shiro Dhara can be done for a period of 45 minutes to 60 minutes at a stretch (1 sitting) depending on the nature and severity of the disease (for which Dhara is being done) or depending on the constitution of the patient.

Shirodhara is usually done for a period of 7 to 14 days or as recommended by the physician. The relief of complaints and betterment in the values of blood.

🧘‍♀️ Indications for Shirodhara

  • Stress-related disorders (including anxiety, neurosis, depression)
  • Insomnia (sleep disturbances or sleeplessness)
  • Chronic headaches (including migraines and cluster headaches)
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Neurological conditions (e.g., cerebral palsy, hemiplegia)
  • Psychosomatic disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Mental fatigue and burnout
  • Hair and scalp issues (hair fall, premature graying)
  • Skin diseases (especially psoriasis and stress-related dermatoses)
  • Eye disorders (related to stress and Pitta imbalance)
  • Tinnitus and Ménière’s disease (ringing or hearing loss)
  • Cognitive concerns (memory loss, poor concentration)

🌿 Benefits of Shirodhara at Dr. Garje’s Clinic

  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Decreases hypertension
  • Relieves headaches and burning sensations in the head
  • Strengthens the central nervous system
  • Enhances mental clarity and focus
  • Promotes sound sleep
  • Nourishes the hair and scalp
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