‘Shiro’ means head and ‘Dhara’ means flow. Shirodhara is a form of Ayurvedic therapy , by pouring a gentle stream of medicinal oil, milk or buttermilk on the forehead to stimulate the pituitary gland.By working on the cerebral system, this treatment helps to improve the senses and relax the nervous system.

It is considered as a tool to relieve stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia. It also helps to improve sleep patterns and memory Those who are suffering from brain tumor, recent injury on the neck, abrasions or cuts to the head, fever and chills, acute diseases, nausea, vomiting, and severe weakness and exhaustion are advised to avoid Sherodhara . This treatment should not be given to women in the third trimester of pregnancy.