• Dr. Roshan Dhale
• Dr. Darshna Borkar
• Dr. Tushar Patil

ABSTRACT Panchakarma is a traditional Ayurvedic system of detoxification and rejuvenation for the body and mind. Among its most profound relaxation therapies is Shirodhara, a procedure where medicated liquids are poured in a continuous, steady stream onto the forehead and the Agya Chakra. When processed buttermilk (Takra) is utilized as the medium, the procedure is specifically termed Takradhara. This therapy induces a deep state of relaxed awareness, resulting in a dynamic psychosomatic balance. In Ayurvedic physiology, the head is the seat of Prana, Udana, and Vyana Vayu, as well as Sadhaka Pitta and Tarpaka Kapha. Takradhara re-establishes the functional integrity between these critical sub-types of Doshas. The forehead and scalp are home to several vital energy points (Marmas). Takradhara allows the patient to focus on these areas, bringing stability to mental functions and stimulating the Agya Chakra (located between the eyebrows) to produce a state of profound relaxation. As a variant of Shirodhara, Takradhara is highly effective and remains an accessible, cost-effective therapeutic option, ensuring that the benefits of this traditional science can be reached by all levels of society.

Shirodhara, Takradhara, Natural Relaxation, Psychosomatic Balance, Agya Chakra, Ayurveda.

"THE RELAXATION THERAPY “SHIRODHARA W.S.R. TO TAKRADHARA”.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 3, page no.f177-f181, March-2026, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2603523.pdf

"THE RELAXATION THERAPY “SHIRODHARA W.S.R. TO TAKRADHARA”.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.13, Issue 3, page no. ppf177-f181, March-2026, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2603523.pdf