shirodhara

Shirodhara reset your mind & nervous system-Ayurvedic Wellness Calming. Nurturing. Uplifting.

• Tridoshic blend that balances vata, pitta, and kapha
• Clears and calms the mind
• Promotes relaxation and well-being
• Supports physical, mental, and emotional health
• continuous stream of warm oil on the forehead to promote relaxation
• and well-being. Shirodhara can reach the depths of the nervous system
• and of the consciousness, bridging physical, mental, and emotional
• health. This luxurious and nourishing herbalized oil takes the subtle yet
• impactful effects of Shirodhara deeper.
• Shirodhara comes from the two Sanskrit words “shiro” (head) and
• “dhara” (flow). It's an Ayurvedic healing technique that involves having
• someone pour liquid — usually oil, milk, buttermilk, or water — onto
• your forehead. It's often combined with a body, scalp, or head massage.
• The price Per Visit $285.00 50min.

Ayurveda & Panchakarma
About Posada Natura
Our ayurvedic medicine and panchakarma programs are led and designed by ayurvedic doctors and experienced facilitators to create an authentic and rejuvenating experience of traditional healing.

Our work emphasizes creating a nurturing and relaxing container to discover inner-peace and healing of mind, body, spirit.

You will discover life-changing experiences, deeper connection to yourself and others and true healing that will take you to a new stage in your life.

What To Expect

  • Restoration in our healing rainforest sanctuary
  • Beautiful riverfront accommodations
  • Farm-to-table, gourmet, nutrient-dense, plant-based meals daily
  • Shirodhara
  • Oil Massage & bodywork
  • Daily yoga & meditation
  • Ayurvedic herbal & culinary medicine
  • Lifelong friendships & loving community
  • Treks to tropical beaches & private waterfalls
  • Optional massage, breathwork & empowerment sessions

In 1991, we began conserving the rainforest wildlife and have since realized the health of our earth is dependent upon healing ourselves.

Our unique programs held within our rainforest sanctuary are designed by highly experienced healers, spiritual practitioners and mental health professionals to create a nurturing container of safety and non-judgement.

We are here to prepare you before your healing journey and to support your integration afterward. At Posada Natura you will experience the true depths of healing and transformation.

Our mission is to heal humanity.

How is the treatment done?

Shirodhara provides optimum results when it is done in the morning or in the evening. Shirodhara may begin with Ayurvedic body massage or abhyangam after a person lies down with his/her eyes closed. After this, the procedure involves the pouring of about 2 liters of luke-warm oil over the forehead. The oil is poured continuously as a stream and in an oscillating manner. Care should be taken to ensure that the oil does not enter the eyes or ears. The entire procedure may last for 30 to 60 minutes depending on the condition of the patient. A therapist may also give a patient a light head massage before or during the procedure.

Oil is poured over the forehead as this area has a large number of nerve endings and therefore is highly sensitive. Vibrations are created on the forehead by the pressure of the oil. The oil penetrates into the nervous system after saturating the forehead and scalp. The oils used in this procedure improve blood circulation to the brain by vasodilating all the channels. It also helps to reduce the level of stress hormones like adrenaline and nor adrenaline and therefore provides respite from anxiety and related disorders. The entire procedure enables the body, mind and nervous system to experience a state of deep rest, similar to the state a person arrives at after How is the treatment done?

Shirodhara provides optimum results when it is done in the morning or in the evening. Shirodhara may begin with Ayurvedic body massage or abhyangam after a person lies down with his/her eyes closed. After this, the procedure involves the pouring of about 2 liters of luke-warm oil over the forehead. The oil is poured continuously as a stream and in an oscillating manner. Care should be taken to ensure that the oil does not enter the eyes or ears. The entire procedure may last for 30 to 60 minutes depending on the condition of the patient. A therapist may also give a patient a light head massage before or during the procedure.

Oil is poured over the forehead as this area has a large number of nerve endings and therefore is highly sensitive. Vibrations are created on the forehead by the pressure of the oil. The oil penetrates into the nervous system after saturating the forehead and scalp. The oils used in this procedure improve blood circulation to the brain by vasodilating all the channels. It also helps to reduce the level of stress hormones like adrenaline and nor adrenaline and therefore provides respite from anxiety and related disorders. The entire procedure enables the body, mind and nervous system to experience a state of deep rest, similar to the state a person arrives at after meditation.

Shirodhara not only helps to reduce stress and soothe the nervous system but it has other beneficial effects as well. It can treat insomnia, bring relief from migraines, lowers high blood pressure, decreases hair loss, reduces stress and even helps to increase mental focus and concentration.