Indian Head Massage
The History Of Indian Head Massage
It is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing system in India. Ayurvedic medicine is a holistic healing system, which combines natural therapies and encompasses mind, body and spirit. It strives to restore balance and inner harmony to the mind, body and spirit to improve the health of the individual.
The skill is handed down from generation to generation and members of the family often give and receive head massages. They discovered that the massage resulted in a feeling of relaxation and equilibrium, and that certain conditions such as headaches and insomnia were quickly resolved after a treatment.
What Are The Benefits?
- It promotes total relaxation, as the massage helps to give a feeling of wellbeing and calm.
- The increased blood circulation to the head, neck and shoulders brings oxygen and nutrients, thus helping to improve the condition of the skin and to stimulate hair growth.
- The increased blood circulation to the brain means that more oxygen is delivered; this will help mental fatigue and improve concentration.
- The increased blood circulation will also help to relieve stiffness in the neck and shoulders as oxygen and nutrients are brought to the area and waste products that have built up in the affected muscles are taken away.
- Massage relieves eyestrain and tension headaches as muscular tension is relieved.
- The increased lymphatic flow helps to get rid of toxins and other waste products, so aiding detoxification of the body.
- Massage helps with irritability and promotes sleep as the client feels more relaxed and calm.
- It breaks down fibrositic nodules, commonly known as ‘knots’, which develop from tension within the muscles.
- It triggers the release in the brain of chemicals called endorphins, which create a feeling of contentment and happiness.
How Is The Treatment Given?
An Indian head massage will last for around 30 minutes. If a client has a specific condition such as an aching shoulder which needs particular attention, it may take a little longer.
The client relaxes by sitting in a low-backed comfortable chair. Most people prefer to remain fully clothed other than removing their jumper, shirt or blouse. A towelling wrap is used over the upper body to keep the client warm.
The massage commences with the upper back and shoulders, then upper arms and neck, before moving on to the head and scalp itself. It ends with a facial massage.
This is a wonderful therapy much loved by many people. Clients have described it as a “blissful floating feeling” that remains with them afterwards for quite some time.
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