EFFECT OF KSHEERABALA TAILA SHIRODHARA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF VATAJA SHIRASHOOLA: SINGLE CASE STUDY

The most typical primary headache is called Vataja Shiroroga (Tension Headache). According to the International Headache Society, 46% of people worldwide experience headaches in general, 42% experience tension-type headaches, 11% experience migraines, and roughly 3% experience chronic tension headaches. It is produced due to contraction of the muscles of the head & and neck & psychological factors like stress and strain aggravates the condition. Shirodhara is a significant Ayurvedic therapeutic method that has a significant effect on the body's neuro, immuno, physio, and psychological systems. Several studies have been carried out to evaluate the efficacy of Shirodhara in many diseases. The trial drug Ksheerabala Taila for the Shirodhara procedure showed a highly significant reduction in symptoms like Ghat-Sambhidhyate (Cutting type of pain in the posterior aspect of the neck), Sankhanistoda, Akshinishkasanvat peeda, Bhrumadhya peeda, Nishakal Ativedna, etc. Thus, Shirodhara with Ksheerabala Taila is effective in the management of the Vataja Shirashoola (Tension Headache). The patient received Shirodhara treatment with ksheerabala Taila for 3 sessions of 7 days each with a gap of 14 days.