Indian Head Massage
Indian Head Massage was developed in India over a thousands year ago. It is very much an integrated part of Indian culture, being performed within families (providing families with relaxation and healing on a daily basis, as well as playing a part in rituals such as weddings and births)
at markets, on the beach and in barbers and hairdressing shops. Many Indian people consider Indian Head Massage as an important part of preserving the colour and condition of their long, dark hair. It also uses pressure (marma) points, related to traditional Indian holistic medicine, ayerveda, so can have a pronounced therapeutic effect
Indian Head Massage is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing system using the upper Chakras. Head Massage not only proves an invaluable treatment, it also helps relieve stress related problems including: headaches, eyestrain and neck and shoulder stiffness. The head more than any other part of our body represents who we are. It is the centre of our nervous system, and home to our identity and intelligence. The Chakra at the top of our head (Crown Chakra) is the one we use to communicate with our higher self. If our head feels good, we feel good.
The skull is covered with a thin layer of muscle which tightens when we are feeling tense, resulting in a headache and/or feelings of anxiety. By relaxing the muscles, a head massage can improve blood flow, alleviate anxiety and relax your whole body. There are energy centres in the region of the shoulders, upper back, neck, upper arms and face, the treatment of which can benefit the whole body. A combination of rhythmic strokes will soothe and rebalance the energy flow, creating feelings of ease and peace.
In addition this massage reduces stress levels, improves skin tone, increases alertness, stimulates the mind, improves sleep, strengthens hair, eliminates toxins
Benefits
Indian Head massage brings about:
General feeling of wellbeing, calmness and relaxation
Dispersal of toxins from tense, knotted muscles
Stimulation and improvement of circulatory and lymphatic systems
Improvement of joint mobility
Higher levels of alertness and concentration
It also help relieve or alleviate:
Treatment
Indian HeadMassage is non-evasive and is performed while you are fully clothed.
What can I expect after a treatment?
After a treatment, you may feel light-headed, tired or have a headache.
This is completely normal and symptoms will only last a few hours.
It is advisable to rest after a treatment, ensuring you drink lots of water to help flush out any toxins that had previously stagnated but are now being removed due to increased circulation and lymphatic flow.
Certainly alcohol should be avoided and meals should be light for several hours afterwards.
The following conditions cannot be treated or must be treated with care:
Any recent head or neck injury, including whiplash and concussion
Severe bruising in the areas to be treated
- Epilepsy
- Recent hemorrhage
- High or low blood pressure
- Migraine. You should be aware that treatment may result in an attack
- Diabetes unless under control
Infectious skin disorders
- Scalp infections
- Cuts and abrasions in the treatment areas
- Recent operation
- High temperature, illness and fever
- Any infectious disease
- Intoxication
- Cancer or any other serious medical condition
- Osteoporosis
- Frailty
- Chronic Fatigue
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