Effect of Shirodhara and Yoga Nidra in Generalised Anxiety Disorder: A Single Case Study

Abstract

Introduction: There is tremendous increase in the psychological disorders like anxiety, depression and stress due to various factors like social distancing, lockdowns, poor socioeconomic conditions. Among these, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) has become an alarming situation in the country. The present study was undertaken to assess the efficacy of Shirodhara and Yognidra. Aims and Objectives: To assess the effect of Jatamansi Siddha Taila Shirodhara and Yognidra in Anxiety. Material and Methods: The patient was provided with the Jatamansi Siddha Taila Shirodhara as well as Yog Nidra in Anxiety. The assessment criteria used for the evaluation was Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS) with a global score of 56. Result: During the 14 days of treatment patient reported relief in his symptoms. After 2 month here was a significant reduction in all the symptoms and the score reduced drastically from 35 to 19. Discussion: Warm liquids used in the Shirodhara procedure cause increased infiltration of blood in scalp region thus relaxing muscle and nerve endings. Shirodhara causes tranquility of mind and induces natural sleep by prolonged and continuous pressure. Yoga Nidra is the science of relaxation which enables to enter into the realms of the subconscious mind, thereby releasing and relaxing mental tensions and establishing harmony in all facts of life. Conclusion: In the present case, the treatment showed significant relief and was found very effective in Anxiety.