External Therapy Protocol
Thalam (Herbal Crown Paste)
in Bengaluru
Thalam is a traditional Kerala Ayurvedic therapy where a small quantity of medicated herbal powder, mixed with oil or herbal juices, is applied specifically to the center of the head (crown/Brahmarandhra) and left for a specific duration.
Clinical Benefits
- Instantly cools the brain and calms severe mental agitation
- Highly effective for high blood pressure, migraines, and insomnia
- Relieves burning sensations in the eyes and head
- Helps balance Pitta and Vata doshas in the cranial region
Clinical Procedure
1. Preparation (Purvakarma)
- • A specific herbal powder (like Rasnadi Churna or Kachuradi Churna) is mixed with a few drops of medicated oil or buttermilk to form a thick, sticky paste.
2. Main Action (Pradhana Karma)
A small depression is made in the hair at the crown of the head, and the paste is applied in a thick layer (about the size of a coin).
3. Post-Therapy (Paschatkarma)
- • The paste is retained for 30 to 60 minutes, then wiped off completely.
Patient FAQs
Why do you put paste on the crown after a massage?
In Kerala Ayurveda, applying a small amount of Rasnadi Churna (Thalam) to the crown after a wet therapy (like oil massage or steam) is a standard practice to prevent water/cold from entering the head and causing sinus congestion.
Medically Reviewed by Dr Abhiram SSBAMS (Reg No: 36991)
Chief Consultant, Ayurvedic Rheumatology & Dermatology • Updated: 2026-07-24
Protocol Details
Duration
30 to 60 minutes.Frequency
Often done daily after therapies like Abhyanga or Shirodhara to prevent cold (using warming herbs) or to cool the head (using cooling herbs).Primary Indications
condition-insomniacondition-migrainecondition-hypertensioncondition-generalized-anxiety-disorder
Contraindications
- Severe Kapha dominance, extreme cold, or active sinus infections
- Allergy to specific herbal powders used