Indian Head Massage


Indian Head Massage also known as Champissage is part of the Ayurvedic Bodywork anti-ageing system from India. The healing traditions of India have much to offer us for our health and well-being. It all goes back to the enlightened sages of the past who developed and refined Ayurveda for the betterment of humanity. They realized that a healthy body is necessary for our happy progress through life, which can only be achieved if our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions are addressed as a unity. Their approach was holistic.


The Advantages


Indian Head Massage is the ideal stress-busting treatment for anyone who is suffering from aching shoulders, a tight neck, tension headache, eye strain, insomnia, or poor concentration. It is a safe, simple yet effective therapy renowned for relieving symptoms of stress. The beauty of the treatment is that it can be non-invasive, so perfect for shy clients; and it is ideal for all the family, even pregnant mums and granny and grandpa. There are a wide number of benefits to be had from treatment with Indian Head Massage, both psychological and physical.


Benefits

  • Antidote to stress, anxiety and mental tension
  • Clears the mind and revitalized mental capacity, so improving alertness and concentration
  • General "balancing", giving a sense of calm and peace
  • Works on balancing the Chakras by releasing stagnant Prana so the body can function in a more harmonious manner
  • Calms the respiratory system
  • Improves blood circulation to the head and neck
  • Increased blood flow enhances nourishment to the muscles which can promote hair growth
  • Improves lymphatic drainage from the head and neck
  • Improves muscle tone and mobility in the head, neck and shoulder area
  • Increases circulation of cerebral spinal fluid around the brain
  • Physically revitalizing
  • Relieves mental and physical strain, so helping to improve concentration and productivity
  • Relieves eyestrain, headaches, sinusitis, congestion and insomnia
  • Further nourishment to the skin and hair if oil is used in the treatment


    • Understanding Energetic Anatomy


    In addition to our physical anatomy, there exists a "subtle" anatomy that is normally unseen. Each Chakra (energy vortex) corresponds to a different gland and governs specific parts of the physical body and areas of psychological and spiritual development. Assisting these energy centres to remain unblocked is a highly effective way of resisting ill health. Balancing the chakras equals vitality and health


    The Treatment


    During the treatment I work to perform a flowing sequence of movements beginning from the upper back, shoulders, arms, hands and working up through the neck, ears, face, and finishing on the scalp. The movements are based on a combination of effleurage, petrissage, stroking, friction, percussion and Marma (pressure) point techniques. The use of oils in the massage of the scalp can have a strong influence on the quality of your hair care. Hair growth is said to be stimulated, as regular head massage with oils keeps the hair strong and lustrous. This is because massaging the scalp stimulates the flow of blood to the follicles so bringing the nutrients that are necessary for a healthy head of hair. A treatment typically lasts one hour.