Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage has been practiced in India for thousands of years as a means of releasing tension stored in the neck, shoulders and head. It also conditions the scalp leading to a healthier head of hair. This extremely relaxing massage incorporates the sides of the spine, shoulders, arms, neck, head, hair and face. Muscle tension is relieved, circulation and lymphatic drainage are stimulated and stress floats away.

The treatment

The massage is carried out with the client seated, normally fully clothed. However this treatment can be adapted to suit the client’s requirements. The treatment is carried out to the upper body, across the shoulders, upper arms, neck, scalp and face using massage movements and techniques.It can be performed with or without oils, which can be carefully chosen to suit specific needs.

Benefits

It promotes total relaxation; the massage gives a feeling of well being and calm.It can help to improve blood circulation and lymph flow to the head, neck and shoulders.Reduces muscular tension, increases flexibility, improves posture, and helps to relieve tension headaches.Increases the oxygen supply to the brain and stimulates the release of endorphins from the brain – can help with stress and depression.Improves the circulation to the scalp, skin and hair – encourages cell regeneration, promotes healthy hair growth and improves the condition of the skin and hair.