Ksheera dhara

Dhara with medicated milk is called Ksheeradhara. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. Ksheeradhara may be either for the head alone –Shirodhara. Or for the whole body except the head- Sarvangadhara. A Sravanga Ksheeradhra is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of the Pitta . As a first step, a suitable type of oil is applied on the head. Ksheeradhara is effective in the treatment for hypertension, depression, anxiety, insomnia etc.