Get and Stay Well – Ayurveda

Shiro Vasti

Shiro Vasti sometimes referred to as Shiro Basti. Shiro means head and vasti means container.

Shiro Vasti applies medicated lukewarm oil to the head for a variable duration through a special cap.

This procedure is aimed at relieving neurological ailments and diseases. Shiro vasti treats conditions such as cervical spondylosis, sleeplessness and headaches.

If the patient seeks strong immunity both mentally and physically, Shiro Vasti is highly recommended.

Benefits Include – Shiro vasti is a great therapy for treating paralysis, insomnia, and depression.

It is also useful for dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation of head, eye diseases, diseases of cranial nerves and hair fall. It is also helpful to improve memory and vision.

Benefits of Shiro Vasti:

• 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
• Parkinson’s disease
• Improves Sleep