Often given as a ‘taster’ session during health fairs and pampering days can give the idea that this is a superficial ‘fluffy’ treatment. On the contrary Indian Head Massage brings many health benefits both physically and emotionally.
Indian Head Massage releases tension in the muscles and joints of the head, face, neck and shoulders and helps relieving fatigue, insomnia, headaches, and sinusitis. During a treatment all the energy centres where tension is most likely to accumulate are gently, firmly and rhythmically massaged until the pressure begins to simply float away. Thus, the experience is deeply calming and relaxing, leaving a feeling of increased energy, concentration and revitalisation. Sound good?
Well it doesn’t end there ~
Indian Head Massage works with the Ayurvedic concept which goes beyond the limits of healing and places emphasis on balance. Working on the energy centres through Indian Head Massage has a powerful effect in bringing the energy of the body back into balance.
Often tension in the mid back, neck and head can lead to headaches and migraines. Your massage will focus on applying pressure to the mid back, arms and shoulders to reduce tension in the muscles. Massage around the neck and head, particularly the occipital ridge encourages circulation of cerebral fluid and reduce headache causing blockages.
Massage to the scalp and head increases nourishment and oxygen to the hair follicle which in turn stimulates hair growth. Kneading of the head during a massage, opens the blood vessels on the scalp improving absorption. Each hair follicle needs equal amount of nutrients to go into them for the proper growth of each of the strands. Therefore, the more massage you have (also accompanied by a good shampoo bar), the greater the chances of good hair growth.
Indian Head Massage relieves stress and tension within the body, promotes relaxation, thus allowing a deep sense of wellbeing which more often than not leads to a good night’s sleep – it takes less than we think!
The lymphatic system removes waste products from the tissues, Indian Head Massage aids in this process by stimulating circulation, encouraging the natural drainage of the lymph. It also helps in bringing new nutrients and oxygen to cells. When used for lymphatic drainage Indian Head Massage can help to treat swelling and post-traumatic facial oedema after bruising, fracture or surgical procedure.
Let’s not forgot the simple and natural healing effect of the human touch! Plus massaging the head encourages the supply of oxygen to the brain which is one of the best ways of reducing anxiety and of lifting one’s mood. Oxygen helps you think clearly and creatively, in the same way we experience a mood change after a good brisk walk in nature.
And saving the best for last –
We have short-term memory difficulties because our brains are overloaded with disorganised thoughts, making it very difficult for us to efficiently ‘log’ and collect thoughts and occurrences. Indian Head Massage slows us down, sensual awareness takes over, thoughts quieten, and awareness is brought to the forefront.
I always feel chilled and happy after teaching a class and when I trained the local hairdresser’s staff and then had a regular weekly Indian Head Massage appointment for myself, my hair had honestly never been in better condition.
As you can see the pros far outweigh the cons, especially in consideration of practical factors such as availability, travel, time and financial restrictions.
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