Sarvanga dhara/ whole body medicated oil, liquid stream

• Sarvanga dhara means pouring of lukewarm medicated liquid stram over the whole body.

• Alternatively, Dhara can be applied to specific body parts.

Types of dhara & liquids used in:-

Taila dhara –

• In this medicated oils are used for stream pouring.

• It is highly useful in treating vata disorders like neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders, diseases like osteoarthritis, myalgia, fibromyalgia, paralysis, etc.

• This treatment provides relief from muscular pains, joint stiffness, and skin diseases. Depending on the health condition of the client, taila dhara (pizhichil therapy) is usually carried out for a period of 7 - 14 days

Ksheera dhara–

• Best for the summer, this form of ayurvedic treatment involves pouring medicated milk over the head and body.

• It is a very effective therapy for people suffering from Vata and Pitta aggravation, headaches, insomnia, and stress.

• This moisturizing treatment relieves anxiety and tension and gives a healthy glow to the skin.

Kashaya dhara –

• Stream pouring of herbal medicated decoctions.

• This is highly beneficial in diseases originating because of aggravated vata and kapha. It also combats ama (cellular toxins caused due to impaired metabolism tending to block the life energy force, cellular functions, and channels of the body).

Whole body Takra dhara –

• Medicated buttermilk is used in this therapy.

• This treatment helps to calm the mind. It relieves insomnia, depression, and other stress-related problems.

Conditions for which Dhara is recommended:

• Arthritis

• Paralysis

• Neurological disorders

• Bone degeneration

• Rheumatic diseases

• General relaxation