Shirobasti – a conceptual study

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Journal name: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Original article title: Shirobasti – a conceptual study
The International Ayurvedic Medical Journal (IAMJ) is a peer-reviewed scientific publication dedicated to Ayurveda. It aims to integrate Ayurvedic concepts with modern scientific understanding, offering a comprehensive source of validated knowledge for both the modern Ayurvedic community and the broader medical fraternity.

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Prathima N
Sanath Kumar D.G


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Year: 2023

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Shirobasti is a classic remedy for Shirogata Rogas . This is among Murdhni Taila. ”Shirasi Yat Tailam Diyate Tan Murdhnitaialamucchate” i,e. anointing head with oil is called as Murdhnitaila. Shirobasti is formed from 2 different terms: Shiras (head) and Basti(“Vas Nivase” - which retains, or which holds) is the procedure where medicated Sneha is retained over the head for stipulated period of time and temperature. Shirobasti is considered as superior among Murdhni Taila as it serves both preventive and curative ailments. Shirobasti helps in relaxing and revitalizing central nervous system, hormonal functions and has soothing effect on endocrine system, here an attempt is made to describe the procedure in detail. Keywords: Murdhni Taila, Shirobasti, Shiroroga INTRODUCTION Acharya Charaka quotes Snehana

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