Ksheera Dhoomam in Chennai

Herbal steam generated from medicated milk is directed to the face and neck, traditionally used for facial palsy and nerve-related conditions.

A session runs about 15-20 minutes. Therapies worked on the scalp, forehead, face and the marma points of the neck and shoulders.

Ksheera Dhoomam is carried out at Sri Vinayaga Ayurvibe, a government-certified Ayurveda hospital at Nookampalayam, Perumbakkam, Chennai 600131 — within reach of Medavakkam, Sholinganallur, OMR, Pallikaranai, Velachery and Tambaram.

Ksheera Dhoomam is used for tones facial nerves, helps facial palsy, improves circulation, relaxes facial muscles.

What happens in a session: You are seated or lie face-up on the treatment table while the therapist assesses the areas being worked on. Medicated oil or a herbal preparation chosen for your constitution is warmed to body temperature and applied to the scalp, forehead or face. The therapist works with slow, rhythmic pressure over the marma points, and the preparation is left to settle for the remainder of the session. You rest briefly afterwards, then a warm-water head bath completes the treatment.

Before you come: Come with a light stomach — two hours after a meal is ideal. Oil stays in the hair afterwards, so plan a wash and bring a change of clothing. Avoid washing your hair immediately before the session.

Whether Ksheera Dhoomam suits you is decided at consultation, not at booking. Dr.V.Vaitheeshwari B.A.M.S., assesses your constitution, your history and your current medication first. Sri Vinayaga Ayurvibe is open every day from 10 AM to 8 PM at Nookampalayam, Perumbakkam, Chennai 600131.

Common questions

How long does Ksheera Dhoomam take?

A single session is about 15-20 minutes. Where the doctor plans a course, the number of sessions depends on what is being treated and is decided at your consultation.

What happens during a Ksheera Dhoomam session?

You are seated or lie face-up on the treatment table while the therapist assesses the areas being worked on. Medicated oil or a herbal preparation chosen for your constitution is warmed to body temperature and applied to the scalp, forehead or face. The therapist works with slow, rhythmic pressure over the marma points, and the preparation is left to settle for the remainder of the session. You rest briefly afterwards, then a warm-water head bath completes the treatment.

How should I prepare for Ksheera Dhoomam?

Come with a light stomach — two hours after a meal is ideal. Oil stays in the hair afterwards, so plan a wash and bring a change of clothing. Avoid washing your hair immediately before the session.

Is Ksheera Dhoomam suitable for me?

That is decided at the consultation. Dr.V.Vaitheeshwari B.A.M.S., assesses your constitution, your history and what you are dealing with before any therapy is scheduled — the same therapy is not right for everyone.

What does Ksheera Dhoomam cost in Chennai?

Cost depends on the duration and whether the doctor plans a single session or a course. Call +91 81229 39197 and we will tell you before you book — there are no surprises at the counter.

Sri Vinayaga Ayurvibe — 12/597, Main Road, Nethaji Nagar Main Rd, Nookampalayam, Perumbakkam, Chennai 600131. Phone: +91 81229 39197.