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Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage (also known as champissage) is a wonderfully relaxing therapy which has its roots in the traditional scalp massage practised by women in India for their families.   The treatment as we know it today in the West was developed by Narendra Mehta, a respected Indian bodywork practitioner with a highly developed sense of touch, being blind from early childhood.  The modern treatment incorporates upper back, shoulder and neck massage as well as the scalp, followed by gentle face relaxation and balancing of the upper chakras.  Treatment takes place seated and fully clothed.  Oils may be used on the scalp if desired.

This is a truly effective treatment for relieving the symptoms of physical and emotional stress.  The head, neck and shoulders are all places where tension tends to accumulate.  This may show up as a stiff neck or shoulders, headaches, eye strain or migraine.  The firm but gentle rhythm of the massage helps to unravel knotted muscles, relieve blockages and dispel accumulated toxins.  It promotes good circulation to the scalp and has the added benefit of encouraging lustrous hair growth.

I trained in this lovely therapy over three years ago in London with an excellent teacher, who had learned directly from Narendra Mehta himself.  If you are stressed, busy and have only half an hour to spare, then treat yourself to an Indian Head Massage!