Sirovasti involves the application of specific lukewarm oil to the head for a specific period of time. Sirovasthi is an effective treatment in Ayurveda for nervous system disorders. To carry out shirovasti therapy, the first step starts with the application of warm herbal oil all over the body. This nourishes the nerve endings and prepares the body for the main treatment the patient is made to sit in a straight position on a chair with long leather cap of 10 inches height tied to the shaven head with the help of a band. Kneaded dough is used to prevent any kind of leakage. Now, specific amount of lukewarm ayurvedic oil as per the need of the patient is poured into the leather cap. After a specific period of time the oil and cap is removed from the head and the patient is provided with a gentle massage of shoulder, neck, back and forehead. Shirovasti is used for the treatment of diseases related to the head, brain & neurological diseases such as migraine, chronic headache, depression, throbbing head pain, recurring headache. It lowers stress & builds immunity against psychosomatic diseases.
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