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Oldage Care Therapies · No. 05
Therapy · No. 05

Abhyangam with Sirodhaara

Ayurvedic oil massage combined with sirodhaara to reduce body pain, stiffness and improve sleep. A 15-minute consultation is mandatory before this therapy.

I · Overview

This treatment combines an oil massage immediately followed by Shirodhara, a powerful dual-action synergy for old-age care. The Abhyangam relaxes the physical body and subdues peripheral Vata, while Shirodhara simultaneously calms the mind and nervous system, maximising the therapeutic absorption of both.

Expect an incredibly deep state of relaxation: a warm medicated oil massage, the body enveloped in warm oils, and then the gentle, uniform, rhythmic pressure of the oil stream on the forehead. A 15-minute consultation is required first so the therapy can be adapted for senior guests.

III · Benefits

What this therapy supports

  • Reduces both physiological and psychological stress
  • Enhances lymphatic drainage
  • Eases chronic muscular tension and body stiffness
  • Resets circadian rhythms for deep sleep
  • Offers simultaneous physical and psychological detoxification
  • Supports recovery from burnout and chronic exhaustion
IV · What to expect

The session, step by step

  1. Consultation

    A mandatory 15-minute consultation confirms the therapy is suitable before treatment begins.

  2. Relaxing oil massage

    An Abhyangam with warm medicated oils relaxes the physical body and subdues peripheral Vata.

  3. Shirodhara oil stream

    With the body enveloped in warm oils, a gentle, uniform, rhythmic stream of oil is poured over the forehead.

  4. Deep calm

    Body and mind settle together into an incredibly deep state of relaxation, maximising therapeutic absorption.

V · Not suitable for
Please book a consultation if you have

Please avoid this treatment with acute digestive issues or indigestion (Ama), immediately after meals, during heavy fevers, or with weeping skin outbreaks. Afterwards, avoid direct exposure to cold wind or strenuous activity.

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