History of Indian Head MassageOriginally Indian Head Massage was practiced by the women of India in order to keep their long hair in a beautiful and healthy condition. They used a variety of oils, such as sesame, olive, coconut and almond to name a few. Regular massage promoted a lustrous healthy growth and improved the circulation, with the oils improving the texture of the hair. Barbers in India then started to introduce it as a treatment for their male customers. Nowadays it is given to babies from an early age and families massage each other.
Improving the circulation has the effect of increasing the flow of nutrients to the hair follicles, enhancing,nourishing and revitalising hair growth, therefore men can really benefit from this treatment.
What is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage has been modified in the West and no oils are used unless the therapist is qualified in using them. For those who have not experienced receiving Indian Head Massage, it consists of massaging the upper back, shoulders, arms, neck, head and face. A whole treatment takes about 30 minutes and the client remains fully clothed in a sitting position.
The benefits
There are many benefits to receiving Indian Head Massage and here are but a few:
• Eliminates muscle tension
• Disperses toxins
• Increases oxygen and nutrients to the body's tissues
• Improves the circulation of the lymphatic system
• Helps relieve eye strain
• Helps relieve tension headaches
• Improves concentration
• Gives relief from mental and emotional stress
• Aids in relaxation
Significant improvements have been experienced in the following conditions:-
• Tinitus
• Temporo-mandibular joint tension - often caused by grinding/clenching teeth
• Sinusitis
• Migraine
• Nightmares
• Insominia and disturbed sleep