Indian Head Massage

~ What is Indian Head Massage? ~ Indian Head Massage originated, as it's name suggests, in India over a thousand years ago. The origin of shampoo comes from a Hindi word 'champi'. Being 'champi-ed' meant having your head massaged. It began as the way to keep your long hair in beautiful condition and has become a part of daily life. IHM can ease headaches and stress as well as helping to deal with scalp and hair problems. It aids localised blood and lymphatic circulation, relieves eyestrain, boosts the immune system, relieves muscle tension, and helps restore joint movement. They can also relieve tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and ...

Indian Head Massage known, as “Champissage” in India is part of the practice of Ayurveda – the science of life, Ayur meaning life and veda meaning knowledge, the philosophy behind this practice is that prevention is better than cure. Ayurveda has been practised for thousands of years and it is a traditional Indian practise, it is centred around the belief that five elements exist in different proportions and combinations to make up everything in the universe and it is probably the oldest recorded form of medical treatment. The five elements are: Air This element is thought to bring contentment and happiness. Think of ...

Indian Head Massage has been practised in India for over a thousand years and massage is featured in Ayurvedic writings back nearly 4,000 years. The technique was used by women to keep their long hair healthy and in beautiful condition, and practised by many barbers. Indian Head Massage has been adapted from Ayurvedic techniques to ease tension and strain in the shoulders, neck, scalp and face. No equipment or oil is required, but can be incorporated into hair treatments or aromatherapy treatments. Indian Head Massage procedure has the effect of nourishing the hair roots and prevents excessive hair loss. Both men and women, old and young, will find it a most ...