In the realm of Ayurveda therapy, shiroabhyanga stands as a time-honoured tradition which has been practised since centuries. It is explained in several samhitas as a part of dhinacharya and also in therapeutic measures of shirorogas. This therapeutic head massage involves a series of systematic application of oil to scalp, hair and neck followed by specific manoeuvres and strokes. Shiroabhyanga is known to provide relaxation but its benefits are beyond that – nourishes the mind body and soul, promoting better sleep, reduces stress, improves cognitive function, etc by stimulating several marma points in head, shiroabhyanga is believed to alleviate a myriad of physical and mental ailments, including headaches, insomnia, hair loss, anxiety, etc. The taila for shiroabhyanga is selected based on the person’s body constitution and considering the disease condition. This review article deals with shiroabhyanga as a type of snehana therapy, its method of performing shiroabhyanga, benefits, mode of action and effect of shiroabhyanga on stimulating marma.
Ayurveda, shiroabhyanga, marma, head massage
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