siro vasti

Ancient Healing for Mind, Scalp & Nervous Wellness

siro vasti

Shirovasti is the most intensive, potent external oil application. Shirovasti is a special technique to administer medicated oil on the head. The patient is made to sit upright on a wooden stool and medicated oil is applied on the body and head. Then a cap made of flexible leather, open on both sides, is fitted on the head and the prescribed medicated oil, slightly warm, is poured onto the cap. The oil is allowed to remain inside the cap for about 45 minutes or till the manifestation of proper signs of efficient treatment, whichever is earlier, and drained out. Afterwards the head is wiped with a clean dry cotton cloth. Again medicated oil is applied on the body and head and the patient is given body bath in warm water. This treatment is done for a maximum of seven days and requires an equal number of days for preparation and for having the post intensive treatments. This treatment is useful for patients who would like to recover after having a stroke. This treatment is also good for rejuvenation and detoxification therapy.

Procedure :-

Siro Vasti is a deeply therapeutic Ayurvedic treatment where warm, medicated oil is retained over the scalp for a specified duration. The process begins with a detailed consultation to assess the individual's dosha and overall health. Based on this evaluation, a suitable herbal oil—such as Brahmi or Ksheerabala—is gently warmed. A special, leak-proof chamber is then created on the head using a black gram dough band, into which the warm oil is carefully poured. The oil is retained for 30 to 45 minutes, allowing it to deeply penetrate the scalp and calm the nervous system. After the retention period, the oil is gently drained, followed by a mild head massage and cleansing with a warm herbal decoction. Post-treatment rest and specific lifestyle guidance are recommended to enhance the healing effects. This therapy is typically offered as a multi-day treatment course and is especially effective for conditions related to stress, insomnia, anxiety, migraines, and neurological disorders.

 

Benefits :-

  • Nourishes the brain and thereby promotes intellect
  • Reduces Anxiety and Stress
  • Nourishes the hair roots and makes the hair soft and glossy.
  • Helps in curing various disorders related to the eye, sinusitis migraine and also improves the complexion of the skin.
  • Balances the vata and kapha in the brain and balance between the brain and skull.
  • Indicated in paralysis
  • Parkinsons disease
  • Improves Sleep