Indian Head Massage
What is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage is a relaxing treatment, which, as the name suggests, concentrates on massaging the head, but also includes the shoulders, arms & face. Head and scalp massage used alongside simple meditative techniques to provide a simple and effective way to relax.
A Brief History of Indian Head Massage
The Hindi word for head massage is "Champi" and aspects of the treatment have a long tradition in Indian families. Mothers would stroke their children's hair to promote its growth and health.
Narendra Mehta - blind from the age of one - grew up in India and head massage was an integral part of his life. He came to England in the 1970s to train as a physical therapist and in 1978 returned to India to study the benefits and practice of champissage, extending it to include neck, shoulders, and face. On his return to England, he developed a sequence of movements. There is no right or wrong way and sequence of movements vary from one therapist to another.
How does Indian Head Massage work?
The treatment involves massage, shiatsu, and acupressure techniques on upper back, shoulders, arms/hands, neck, scalp, and face. This relaxes tense areas but, at the same time, helps to rebalance the energy, clearing any areas of negativity.
What is Indian Head Massage used for?
Indian Head massage may bring 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 may also help relieve or alleviate:
- Tension headaches
- Eyestrain / eye problems
- Tinnitus and other ear problems
- Insomnia
- Neck and shoulder stiffness
- Sinusitis and congestion
- Hair loss/thinning
- Scalp tension
- Mental tiredness/anxiety/stress
Are there any side effects?
There are no reported side effects with Indian Head massage.
What does an Indian Head Massage entail?
The lovely thing about this treatment is that it can take place almost anywhere - only requiring a chair - making it an ideal treatment for the corporate environment. The client remains fully clothed whilst the treatment is performed.
In today's stressful busy lives, it's the ideal way to calm the mind and focus your thoughts.
£22.00 per treatment or pay for 4 treatments get 5th FREE
Please contact me for further details on 07881 786097 or email info@karmaroma.com
As with most holistic treatments to receive maximum benefits with this treatment we recommend a course of four.