Benefits of Shirodhara Therapy in Ayurveda – Managing Stress, Sleep Quality and Depression
May 3, 2024
Shirodhara therapy has long been used in Ayurveda in Sri Lanka as an effective method to treat a variety of mental conditions. It is the recommended treatment for chronic migraines and headaches. It can improve sleep quality and in some cases can treat insomnia. It has provided a natural alternative to chemical medicine in battling depression and can alleviate unhealthy daily routines with a gentle approach to stress management.
Managing Daily Stress
For those of us who experience stressful situations daily, or simply have gone through a difficult life experience – Shirodhara can offer immediate relief from an overwhelmed mind. Many of us spend endless hours in front of our computers, straining our eyes and minds to process loads of information daily. Much of this information remains in the brain and forms thought patterns that can spiral out of our control. A Shirodhara session during your next wellness holiday in Sri Lanka can be a very effective tool to cleanse the mind of these repetitive patterns.
An Effective Tool for Sleep Improvement
Shirodhara’s gentle approach has a profoundly relaxing effect on the mind and can make you experience a very deep state of relaxation. It is very common to fall asleep during a Shirodhara session. This therapy session will normally last for about 30-45min after a full body Ayurvedic massage. It is highly therapeutic for those suffering from insomnia or a variety of sleep conditions. Make sure to request a Shirodhara session during your Ayurveda retreat in Sri Lanka.
A Natural Alternative to Battling Depression
Shirodhara has been one of the primary therapy tools in Ayurveda for battling chronic depression. In such cases, one must undergo careful examination under the guidance of a highly qualified Ayurvedic physician. In Sri Lanka, the best Ayurveda retreats offer qualified physicians with years of experience in the science of Ayurveda. Moreover, the positive benefit of Shirodhara therapy is that it relies on completely natural methods of treating severe mental conditions, without creating side effects often associated with chemical medicines.
Importance of a Qualified Ayurvedic Doctor
In severe cases, such as chronic migraines, the doctor would prescribe a series of prolonged therapy sessions by the patient’s mental constitution. One should seek the help of a highly qualified and experienced physician and one should be able to take a prolonged wellness holiday to experience the benefits of this therapy in full. When searching for an Ayurveda retreat in Sri Lanka, the Ayurva Traveller wellness concierge can assist you in identifying the best wellness retreat for a life-changing holiday in the tropical sun.
How to Fully Benefit from Shirodhara Therapy
Shirodhara is a wonderful complementary therapy to an Ayurvedic treatment program, such as Panchakarma. If you are looking for a Detox & De-Stress package in Sri Lanka, it is beneficial to experience peaceful relaxation during a Shirodhara session. After this therapy, it is recommended to take full rest, stay out of the sun, and avoid exposure to the wind to benefit fully from this wonderfully blissful therapy.