Dasamoola Ksheera Dhara

Dasamoolaksheera dhara is one of the important treatments among Kerala special treatments.
It is a process by which the body is made to perspire by means of pouring warm medicated milk with a special vessel from a certain height in a rhythmic manner and is rubbed into the body in seven different postures for a certain period of 7 to 21 days.
This method strengthens the tissues, nourishes the skin and promotes longevity, and also rejuvenates the body. It is especially good for vatha pitta disorders.

As with Pizhichil, the patient may find ups and downs in energy level.



In this process, certain herbal oils, medicated buttermilk, medicated milk etc are poured on the forehead in a special way for a period of 14 to 21 days. This is beneficial for insomnia, mental tension, certain skin diseases, diseases of the head etc.

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Ksheera Dhara

Dhara means 'pouring of medicinal liquid' in the traditional system of Ayurveda. When this treatment is done with milk (Ksheera), it is called 'Ksheeradhara'. To do this, cow's milk is preferred, but buffalo's milk is also used at times. Decoctions of various herbs are added to the milk. If Ksheeradhara is done for the head alone, it is called Shirodhara and if it is for the whole body except the head, it is known as Sarvangadhara. A Sarvanga Ksheera Dhara is usually prescribed for diseases caused by disorders of Pitta humor (one of the three Doshas or somantic humours in Ayurveda, which is characterized by the properties of element fire. As a first step, a suitable medicinal oil is applied on the head. At least three attendants are needed, two to pour the fluid and another to replenish the vessels. The treatment is conducted while the patient goes through the standard seven positions. A pitcher with a sprout known as kindi is ideal for pouring the milk.