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Shiro Vasti
Deep Mind-Body Nourishment Through Ayurvedic Oil Retention Therapy for the Head
Shiro Vasti is a classical Ayurvedic treatment that involves retaining warm, medicated oil on the head for a specific duration. It is primarily used in the management of neurological, psychological, ENT, ophthalmic, and hair-related disorders, offering profound rejuvenation and balance to the mind and nervous system.
What is Shiro Vasti?
- Shiro – Head
- Vasti – To hold or retain
In this therapy, a specially designed leather sleeve (crown-shaped), about 6–8 inches in height, is fixed on the head using a tight cloth band (varti) around the forehead. Medicated, lukewarm oil is poured into this chamber and retained for a stipulated time under close observation.
Relaxes and rejuvenate the mind and sense organs
Nourishes the brain hence promotes intellect.
It helps to bring mental calmness.
It nourishes the hair roots and makes the hair soft and glossy.
It helps to cure various eye disorders, sinusitis and improves complexion.
Improves neuro-muscular condition
Induces good sleep
Stimulates endocrine glans
MODE OF ACTION OF SHIRO VASTI
The effectiveness of Shiro Vasti is based on its thermo-pharmacological action and deep neurological influence:
- The scalp comprises five layers (skin, connective tissue, aponeurosis, loose areolar tissue, pericranium), with rich vascularity and nerve supply, making it ideal for transdermal absorption.
- The lipid-based medicated oils penetrate through the phospholipid-rich cell membranes, delivering anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and antioxidant compounds to deeper tissues.
- Maintaining the warmth of the oil induces vasodilation, enhancing local circulation and nutrient delivery while eliminating metabolic waste.
- Oils also impact sensory and motor nerves, including:
- Zygomatico-temporal nerve
- Greater & Lesser occipital nerves
- Auriculotemporal, Supraorbital, and Supratrochlear Nerves
These effects collectively support mental well-being, neurological balance, and psychological clarity.
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