Review Article on Mode of Action of Shiroabhyanga

Shiroabhyanga is explained in many Samhitas as a part of Dinacharya daily regimen of personal hygiene and part of treatment for Shirorogas. Shiroabhyanga is considered under snehana therapy that is Murdni taila. As it nourishes the senses of mind and gives strength. If done on full body then it is termed as Sarvangabhyanga and if done in local regions like Shira, Pada then it is termed as Shiroabhyanga, Padabhyanga. Shiroabhyanga done everyday reduces dryness, itching and dirt. Shiroabhyanga is the most ideal form of ‘Indian head massage' smearing the medicated oil by specific manoeuvre and strokes on the head, neck, shoulders. Depending on the desired results, the oils are selected which includes releasing the stress from the upper body, improvement of circulation of the blood to the brain, vision enhancement, migraine reduction, headaches, insomnia, chronic depression, anxiety, scalp related diseases. It improves memory and concentration. This review article deals with nirukti Origin paribhasha definition , classification, benefits, procedure and mode of action of Shiroabhyanga. Dr. Shrinidhi Havaragi | Dr. G. S Badarinath "Review Article on Mode of Action of Shiroabhyanga" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-6 | Issue-2 , February 2022, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd49385.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/ayurvedic/49385/review-article-on-mode-of-action-of-shiroabhyanga/dr-shrinidhi-havaragi