The UItimate Shirodhara Massage to Beat Stress & Depression

Duration: 1 Hour,   Price: $160

Shirodhara is a classical ayurvedic rejuvenating therapy that stabilises the body and the mind. During which, warm oil or other medicated liquids are poured in a constant gentle stream over the forehead. Especially, on the ‘third eye’, continuous along the crown of head, saturating the hair and scalp to provide a complete relaxation.

Constant tension and emotional stress are undoubtedly the true companions of contemporary civilization. Thereupon, provoke the growth of several diseases. Coping with life in one of the most busiest and populous cities on earth is never an easy job. Needless to say, with the rising work pressures, a lot of people are subject to stress.

The therapy certainly offers deep mental relaxation and eliminates strain and insomnia. Thus, the clinical benefits of shirodhara are in anxiety, depression, hypertension. As well as in stress aggravation due to chronic degenerative diseases,nervousness, migraine, headaches and sleep disorders.

The Procedure

The Sanskrit word ‘shiro’ means head and ‘dhara’ means flow or pouring liquid on specific body parts. This is to say, Shirodhara denotes the continuous pouring of oils, milk, buttermilk or ghee over the forehead and scalp. Oils stroking the 'third eye' has a balancing effect on the deepest recesses of the brain. It is profoundly relaxing. Third eye (ajna chakra or sthapani marma) is the energy centre right between the eyebrows holds the power of intuition and take priority over ordinary logic.

In Ayurveda, shirodhara is seen as a stimulating procedure for the nervous system. The choice of liquid and duration of treatment varies according to the body type of an individual. It leads to a state of alert calmness similar to the relaxation response in meditation.

To do Shirodhara, the patient has to lie down on their back on a comfortable table specifically unique for this treatment. Closing the eyes and enjoying a stream of warm oil flowing evenly over the forehead. It should be in absolute silence leading to deep relaxation and a state of rest of mind and body in balance.The oils for shirodhara are unique to the doshas.

A typical Shirodhara session would last 30 to 60 minutes. But, the number and duration of sessions may vary. Accordingly, the Ayurvedic practitioner determines this from the patient's age, constitution, dosha status and the severity of the disease.

Do you feel overwhelmed by the stresses of modern-day life? Are tension and stress your constant companions?

Stress is a killer that promotes despair and disease, yet modern day life leaves you little time to unwind and forget your daily tensions. Especially in a busy, modern city like Melbourne. 

You need to do something and fast!

What if we told you there was a quick and enjoyable way to achieve relief from this constant state of emergency?

In just one hour, or less, Shirodhara therapy will stabilize your body and mind, restoring it to a harmonious state.

Shirodhara is a type of ayurvedic massage. It’s a rejuvenating treatment that induces a relaxed state of awareness by focusing on the third eye.
The term originates from the Sanskrit word for ‘shiro’ meaning ‘head’ and ‘dhara’ which means ‘to pour’.

During the treatment, you don’t need to do a thing.

You’ll lie on your back and relax while the therapist pours a continuous gentle stream of warm oil or medicated liquids onto your forehead and along the crown of your head, saturating your hair and scalp.

The therapist chooses a specific oil according to your physical and mental constitution, or dosha.

This ayurveda massage takes place in an atmosphere of complete silence which encourages alignment of the mind and body and ultimate relaxation. A head massage is usually included.

After a while you’ll experience a feeling of complete and utter relaxation. You’ll emerge from your treatment feeling thoroughly rejuvenated and ready to face your busy lifestyle head-on.

Usually the session lasts 30 to 60 minutes. The duration of the treatment depends on your age, dosha, and the severity of your problem.

Shirodhara hot oil massage is mainly used to treat conditions like:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Hypertension
• Nervousness
• Migraine
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Stress due to chronic disease

Shirodhara also stimulates and relaxes the nervous system, providing relief from stress-related afflictions as well as tension-related pain.

The warm oil is incredibly good for your hair and skin too, helping to prevent and reverse hair loss, eliminate dandruff, smooth damaged ends, and nourish the roots.

Ancient practitioners have always considered the third eye, located between the eyebrows, as the body’s centre of intuition and energy.

Now, scientists are starting to agree with this ancient wisdom. They recognize how stimulating this area can act on the pituitary gland to induce relaxation, decrease stress and produce a state of alert calmness.

The pituitary gland is responsible for secreting hormones into your bloodstream. In this way, a Shirodhara treatment has a refreshing effect on every organ in your body.

Practitioners have used ayurvedic massage techniques, like Shirodhara massage for centuries. It’s a totally safe and effective way to achieve the peace of mind you desire without harmful drugs.

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