Background to
Indian head massage therapy
Indian head massage was brought to the west by Narendra Mehta in the 1970's. The effectiveness of Indian head massage, also known as Champissage (champi is an Indian word for head), is based on alternative medicine principles, specifically those surrounding energy flow, or chakras.
The belief is when the energy does not flow properly, negative energy builds up, causing common ailments, including stress, pain and baldness or hair loss. It's an ancient technique that Ayurvedic
healers have been using for thousands of years, and it's becoming
more and more popular in the Western world.
Benefits of Indian
head massage:
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It clears the mind and revitalizes mental capacity, thereby improving alertness and concentration
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Gives a sense of peace and calm
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Calms the respiratory system
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Improves blood circulation to the head and neck
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Increased blood flow nourishes head muscles that can promote hair growth
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Improves lymphatic drainage from head and neck
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Improves muscle tone and mobility in head, neck, and shoulder area
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Increases circulation of cerebral spinal fluid around the brain
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Is an antidote for stress, anxiety, and mental tension
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Relieves mental and physical strain
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Relieves eye strain, headaches, sinusitis, congestion, and insomnia
Indian head massage is a weekly ritual in most families in the Indian sub-continent with mothers massaging their children’s scalps and simultaneously nurturing the bonds between parent and child.
It is a safe treatment for people of all ages, even pregnant women. In fact, it is normal for both the mother and newborn baby to be treated with Indian head massage every day for the 40 days following delivery!
So, give it a whirl!
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