Shirodhara Therapy: Does Shirodhara Therapy really provide relief from stress, migraine and insomnia?

Rishikesh. Rishikesh situated in Uttarakhand is known as ‘Yoga Capital’ across the world. This city is famous not only for Yoga but also for Ayurveda. People come here from far and wide to get Ayurvedic therapy. One of these special and effective therapies is Shirodhara, which is known to deeply calm the body and mind. In conversation with Local 18, Manish Thapliyal, manager and wellness therapist of Design Resort and Spa located in Rishikesh, says that Ayurveda is not a modern medical system, its history is thousands of years old. Gradually allopathy has taken its place but now a large number of people have started joining Ayurveda again. Shirodhara is a special medical method of Ayurveda, which especially helps in removing mental stress, insomnia and migraine. This therapy calms the nerves of the brain and controls stress hormones.

He told that Ayurvedic oil is used in Shirodhara therapy, which is prepared from many herbs. The oil is slightly heated and poured into a special brass vessel. This vessel is placed on the head and oil slowly falls in the middle of the forehead. After this the entire head is massaged with oil. This oil filled with herbs not only relaxes the nerves but also affects the hormones that reduce stress. Its effect is such that the mind becomes calm immediately and problems like migraine also get relief.

Benefits of Shirodhara Therapy
Manish Thapliyal said that Shirodhara therapy provides relief from migraine and headache. Reduces mental stress. Provides deep and peaceful sleep and strengthens the nerves of the brain. If we talk about its cost, Shirodhara therapy starts from Rs 8000. However, this expense depends on the location and the quality of the oil used. Experiencing Shirodhara Therapy in Rishikesh will not only give you mental peace but will also improve your physical and mental health. If you want relief from the hustle and bustle of your daily routine, then definitely try Shirodhara therapy once.

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