Shirodhara

Shirobhyanga (head massage) + shirodhara, 75 minutes $130
Abhyanga 50 mins + shirodhara, 90 minutes $150
Abhyanga  80 mins + shirodhara, 120 minutes $190

Discounts available for multiple sessions.
 

Shirodhara is the queen of ayurvedic therapies. It is a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating Ayurvedic head treatment that involves gently pouring warm herbal oil or other liquids over the forehead, specifically targeting the "third eye" area. Derived from the Sanskrit words "shiro," meaning head, and "dhara," meaning flow, Shirodhara translates to "continuous flow on the head." This ancient practice is renowned for its profound calming effects on the body, mind, and emotions. During a Shirodhara session, the client lies comfortably on a massage table while a continuous stream of warm herbal oil is poured in a rhythmic manner onto the forehead, just above the eyebrows. The oil flows gently across the forehead and scalp, creating a sensation of deep relaxation and tranquility.  

This Ayurvedic treatment has a profound impact on the nervous system. It calms, relaxes and purifies the mind by releasing mental toxins and old, stuck cellular memory.

Other benefits may include:

• Relieves stress, insomnia and depression

• Increases focus, awareness and concentration

• Calms mental symptoms like obsessive thoughts, irritability and overactive mind

• Increases awareness and balance of all five senses

• Provides an outlet to eliminate negative emotions

• Decreases fatigue

• Increases ability to achieve a state of deep relaxation for a long period

• Creates a space for deeper spiritual experiences and awareness

• Provides relief from migraine headaches

• Helps decrease hair loss

• Relaxes and brightens the face

Before Shirodhara is administered, either an Abhyanga full-body massage or shirobhyanga (head massage) is performed as a preliminary procedure to help settle the body. 
For best therapeutic results, 3-5 sessions of Shirodhara is advised.

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Here are some scientific findings supporting the efficacy of Shirodhara:

1. Stress Reduction: A study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2018 found that participants who underwent Shirodhara experienced a significant reduction in stress levels compared to those in the control group.

2. Improved Sleep Quality: Research published in the International Journal of Ayurveda Research in 2014 investigated the effects of Shirodhara on sleep quality. The study found that participants who received Shirodhara reported improvements in sleep duration and quality, as well as a reduction in sleep disturbances.

3. Headache Relief: A pilot study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2017 explored the effects of Shirodhara on chronic tension-type headache. The researchers observed a significant reduction in headache frequency and intensity among participants who underwent Shirodhara, indicating its potential as a complementary therapy for headache management.

4. Hormonal Regulation: A study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine in 2016 investigated the effects of Shirodhara on hormonal balance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The researchers found that Shirodhara led to improvements in hormonal levels, menstrual regularity, and ovarian function, suggesting its potential as a supportive therapy for hormonal disorders.