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Shirodhara Therapy
In Sanskrit. 'Shiro' means head, and 'Dhara' means flowing like a thread. First, the head, neck, arms and hands are massaged. Next, a moist, heated stone is placed on the belly, bringing vata home. Then, the legs and feet are massaged and a warm sand-bag is placed over the thighs to ground the femurs into the hip-sockets. Finally, nasya is applied (oil in the nostrils, and warmed ayurvedic oils are poured in a steady stream through a copper vessel over the crown and third eye. Benefits of Shirodhara TherapyEliminates diseases of head and disorders affecting neck, eyes, ears, nose and nervous system. Helps overcome stress and its ill effects on nervous system. Helps relieve insomnia, fatigue, tension, anxiety, anger, chronic headaches, rheumatism, hypertension, asthma, hair problems. Gives great mental relaxation. Invigorates the body and mind and stimulates cognitive memories. Disperses negative electrical impulses that accumulate at the skull and hairline from stress. Renews the sweetness of life. Rejuvenates the entire face and softens worry lines. Opens the third eye. Heightens the senses. Increases intuition. Activates the pituitary gland. Increases spiritual awareness. Regulates mood and depression disorders. Activates the memory. Stimulates the 6 & 7th chakra which regulates our breathing patterns.
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