Referred to in the Ayurvedic writings 4000 years ago, when Indian women would massage each others head in order to delay the on set of greying. This massage would also strengthen the hair. Massaging the head would start when a baby was born, but stopping with males at adulthood. Male Barbers would continue the massaging of adult males whilst having a hair cut.
Indian Head massage was brought to the UK by Narendra Mehta who was disappointed that massage was not used when having his hair cut. He returned to India to learn the skills and also incorporated the shoulders and arms.
What Are The Benefits of Indian Head Massage??
Indian Head Massage is perfect to alleviate the following conditions:
- Headaches
- Stress
- Eye Strain
- Back Pain
- Sinusitis
- Insomnia
- Improves Circulation
- Improves Lymphatic System
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 improves skin tone, increases alertness, stimulates the mind, strengthens hair, eliminates toxins and is psychologically uplifting.
It is especially good for those who have impaired mobility or use a wheelchair. By opening up the chakras, or energy wheels, of your mind, body and spirit, this treatment helps to keep your life force flowing. As such, it boosts your natural immune system and unblocks the flow of energy around your body. It's a powerful form of therapy that has the advantage of being easily performed anywhere and at any time.
What To Expect During Your Treatment?
You will sit upright in a chair for this totally non-invasive treatment and you do not have to remove any clothing. The therapist will work routines around your head, face, neck, shoulder ,upper back and upper arms. The massage can be adapted if to suit your needs. As well as feeling relaxed, clients experience a deep sense of tranquility and balance as the treatment also works on the body's energy centres or 'chakras.'
The treatment should last around 40 minutes but the benefits will last for days. Although the massage focuses on the upper parts of the body, the massage will have an impact on the whole body.
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