Martina Carr Holistic Therapist

Indian Head Massage uses and adapts classic Swedish massage techniques for treating scalp, face, neck, shoulders and upper arms. It works on the areas of the body that are most affected by stress, however while the treatment is just on the upper part of the body it's effects are felt throughout the mind and body. This is a sitting down treatment which suits all -especially if there are mobility issues, and it is a relatively short treatment of approx 30 mins.

 

I massage the shoulders, neck, scalp, and face with gentle movements that relaxes the layers covering the head, improving blood flow, nourishing the hair follicles and alleviating any tension.

Mental tension fades, clearer thinking flourishes, stimulates concentration.

 

The Higher Chakras such as –the Crown, Third Eye and Throat Chakra-are the energy points in the head area really benefit from Indian Head Massage

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• enabling energy to flow freely,

• an increased feeling of awareness

• a sense of calm, peace and tranquility due to the rebalancing of the chakras.

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• helps to reduce the symptoms of tension by relaxing the muscles and alleviating emotional strain.

• It stimulates the circulatory system and can help to restore temporary hair loss associated with hormonal changes and stress.

• stimulates the body and mind and helps to restore a sense of well-being.

• It can help to clear the mind making the client feel refreshed, restore homeostasis and aid sleep, one of nature’s best stress cures.

• is very effective on the hair, it nourishes the hair as it stimulates the production of the body’s natural oils giving the hair a healthy ‘shine’. Oils can be used during the massage to further encourage the nourishment of the hair.

• As the treatment improves circulation it helps to remove waste, particularly lactic acid, from muscles therefore relieving tension headaches, eye strain and muscle aches in the neck and shoulders.

• It relieves tinnitus and other ear problems.

• neck and shoulder stiffness which is usually a result of stress is reduced and a sense of well-being restored which promotes restful sleep.

• can help to eliminate insomnia, reduce the effects of mental tiredness, anxiety, stress and tension in the scalp.

• Sinusitis and congestion are greatly reduced by the effects of Indian Head Massage as it helps to drain away excess fluid.

• Improves skin tone and colour

• can relieve stress related conditions as it increases circulation, promotes well-being and helps restore homeostasis.

• it increases circulation which in turn, helps to deliver vital nutrients and oxygen to the body.

• It promotes lymphatic drainage which assists in waste and toxin removal.

• relieves tension in muscle tissue and relaxes the muscles particularly in the scalp, neck and shoulders therefore improving mobility and relieving tension and boosts the immune system.