Sirovasthi
Sirovasthi is a specialized head therapy where a tall leather cap is fitted around the head and filled with warm medicated oil. The oil is retained on the scalp for an extended period, allowing maximum absorption through the cranial region. It is one of the most powerful therapies for facial paralysis, neurological disorders, and chronic insomnia.
Who it helps
- Patients with Bell's palsy or facial paralysis
- People with chronic insomnia
- Those with stress-related neurological symptoms
- Patients with severe dryness of scalp and hair
What to expect
- Head shaved or hair tied tightly
- Leather cap fitted around the head and sealed
- Warm medicated oil poured in and retained
- Refilled as it cools, for the full duration
How to prepare
- Performed in courses of 7 – 14 days
- Avoid cold exposure immediately after
- Plan for rest after each session
Ready to book your Sirovasthi session?
Speak with Traditional Physician Saji mon Peter (R M P) about whether this treatment is right for you.
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