Indian Head Massage

Tackle your troubles head on with the magic of Indian tradition. Healing and stimulating in equal measure, an Indian head massage will help ward off stress, migraines and insomnia while offering a positive effect on sleep and can promote hair growth too

 
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Indian head massage, also known as champissage, is a treatment that focuses on massaging the salp, face, neck, shoulders and sinuses, releasing stress and tension that has accumulated in the tissues, muscles and joints in these areas. It soothes and comforts and produces a feeling of peace and tranquility.

It originates from an Indian alternative medicine system called Ayurveda, (translated as the ‘science of life’), whereby it is believed that the mind and body are intricately connected and thus can influence one another. Through this theory, is is understood that Indian head massage can not only reduce headaches and improve physical well-being, but it can also improve mental and emotional wellness too.

Indian head massage is an ancient therapeutic practice that has been used in India for over 5000 years, and requires no oils or equipment, making it a very accessible treatment, perfect for newcomers to massage. It is usually done while seated and through light clothing.There are so many benefits to Indian Head Massage, including:

  • Assists stress related disorders

  • Soothes the sinuses – as well as being beneficial to help soothe headaches as it improves circulation of the cerebral spinal fluid

  • The relaxing effect of Indian Head Massage can have a positive effect on your sleep, by encouraging deeper, more restful sleep and helping to reduce insomnia

  • May promote hair growth and strengthen hair by increasing oxygen in the hair follicles as the scalp is soothed and de-stressed

  • Relieves and releases built-up tension in the shoulder, neck and head, relieving muscle discomfort and tension.

  • Helps ‘quieten the mind’ as the tension is released across the scalp and temples

  • Improves suppleness and flexibility to the head, neck and shoulders. 

Indian Head Massage will soothe away stress and tension, leaving you relaxed, re-vitalised and re-energised.  It is perfect for promoting a calm mind and stress-free body.