Shirodhara & Dhara
Ksheera Dhara Shirodhara क्षीर धारा
Medicated milk stream on the forehead that cools the mind and reduces stress
Warm medicated milk replaces oil in the dhara vessel. Cooling where oil is warming, so it suits Pitta-type irritability, burning sensations and heat-driven insomnia.
Traditionally used for
- Irritability and anger
- Burning sensations
- Heat-type insomnia
- Migraine
When this therapy should not be done
- Fever or acute illness
- Immediately after a heavy meal
- Active skin infection at the site
Tell us about any of these at the consultation. We will suggest something else that suits you.
Before you come
- Eat lightly two hours before
- Wear or bring clothes you do not mind getting oil on
After the session
- Rest for 20–30 minutes
- Warm bath once the oil has settled
- Warm water through the day, no cold drinks