| Abstrakt: |
The article discusses Shiroabhyangam, the original name for the Indian head massage. Information is presented on the importance of the head in Ayurveda. Under Hatha yoga philosophy, the human head is also important and is compared with the roots of the tree which keep the tree grounded. Some of the oils used in Shiroabhyangam include coconut oil, sesame based oils and Chempurutyadi made from Hibiscus rosaseninsis. A list of the most important for head massage is given including Vidhuram marmas, the depressions behind the ears, just behind the ear lobe. |
