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SIRODHARA
is a unique
treatment where specific medicated oils are used to bathe
the head in a regular stream for a definite period. It is
an effective therapy for mental relaxation and cures
insomnia, stress, depression, decreased mental agility
etc.
When
medicated buttermilk replaces oil (sneha), the therapy is
called Takradhara. If medicated milk is used instead of
medicated oil, then the process is called.
 To
begin with, some oil suited to the patient's dosha
condition is applied on the crown. This is a prerequisite
in almost all oil treatments. A headband (vartti) is tied
just above the ear level to prevent oil from flowing into
the eyes. The patient is then made to lie on his back on
the droni with the head rested properly. The position of
the head should be such that the steam from the vessel
falls at the center of the forehead. The therapist then
fills the vessel. When the oil that trickles down the wick
starts to fall on the patient's forehead, the therapist
moves the vessel to and fro gently to ensure that the oil
covers the entire region between the temples which he
gently massages the area with his other hand.
The duration of a dhara is usually between 25 and 75
minutes. However, if the disease is very severe, it may
take longer, a dhara is generally good for diseases due to
a disorder of the tridosha. Herbal oil, tender coconut
water milk, ghee, dhanyamlam (a mixture of cereals and
citrus fruits) or buttermilk may be used for various kinds
of dharas. The treatment is indicated for insanity .severe
illnesses due to disorder of the vata, chronic cold,
sinusitits, diseases of the eys, ears and so on. |
