Science of ayurveda describe 4 types of nourishing the head. this presentation describes them with advantages.

1. Introduction to Shalakya
Special Therapeutics - 1
Nourishing the Head
(Shiro tarpana)
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2. 4 Types
abhyanga dhara
pichu basti
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3. Anointing Head With Oil
Shiro abhyanga
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4. Indications
Diseases of the sense organs
Diseases of the scalp
Diseases of the hair
Headaches
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5. Dropping liquids On Head
Shiro Dhara
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6. Materials and Methods
Nature of
liquids
oils
ghee
honey
decoctions
Buttermilk
milk
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7. Shape of the vessels
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8. Setting of the apparatus
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9. Procedure
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10. Best time after sunrise,
next 120 minutes
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11. Treatment Schedule
14 day schedule:
Day 1 - 60 min; Day 2 – 65 min;
Day 3 – 70 min; Day 4 – 75 min;
Day 5 – 80 min; Day 6 – 85 min;
Day 7 - 90min; Day 8 – 90 min;
Day 9 -85 min; Day 10 – 80 min
Day 11 – 75 min; Day 12 – 70 min
Day 13 – 65 min; Day 14 – 60 min
• Ascending and descending order of duration is followed
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12. Indications
Psycho somatic
diseases
Diseases of the scalp like dandruff, ulcers, scabies
Sleep disturbances and anxiety
Headaches produced by Pitta
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13. Keeping Cloth Dipped In Oil
Shiro pichu
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14. Indications
Diseases (pittaja) of eye
Diseases of the scalp and hairfall
Diseases of nervous system
Headaches
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15. Oil Is Kept On The Head With An Apparatus
Shiro basti
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16. Materials and Methods
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17. Indications
Visual Disturbances
Numbness of the scalp and hair fall
Diseases of nervous system like facial paralysis,
neck rigidity,
Migraine, atrophic rhinitis, diseases of oral cavity
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18. Indications
• Of the diseases of sense
organsPreventive
• Of stress induced
headachesCurative
Medicines are selected based on the
pathology
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19. Nourishing the Head
• Ayurvedic head massage focuses on the
shoulders, neck, face and head, the areas most
vulnerable to stress and tension.
• The head massage induces a state of calm, peace
and tranquility and promotes high levels of
alertness and concentration.
• During the Ayurvedic Head Massage, Ayurvedic
oil will be kept for a suitable period on the head
of an individual. This is called Moordha taila or
oiling of the head.
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20. Theory of life centre (Prana)
• Head is one of the major life centers ,where
the subtle energy (Prana) is converted,
regulated and stored.
• Obstruction of this Life energy, due to external
accidents and injuries and also psychological
disturbances due to passions etc, can result in
diseases of the head.
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21. Mode of action
DE-STRESSES THE WHOLE BODY
* an increase of the flow of cerebro-spinal fluids, thus
strengthening the nervous system
* a dispersion of toxins from tense and knotted
muscles, improvement of blood circulation in
previously congested muscles and helps oxygenate the
brain
* helpful against eyestrain, tinnitus, jaw ache and
sinusitis, stimulates lymphatic drainage and aids sleep
* it helps to remove the toxins and other side effects
caused by the use of dyes, etc.
* the massage has the effect of nourishing the hair
roots and prevents excessive hair loss
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22. Thank You
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