Indian Head Massage
Indian Head Massage has been used therapeutically for over 5,000 years, making it one of the oldest forms of healing. Indian Head Massage has its roots in Ayurveda — the traditional Indian system of health that focuses on treating the whole person for balance and wellbeing.
Head massage has long been part of Indian culture, with techniques passed down through generations. The modern form of Indian Head Massage is based on Champi, a traditional method focusing on the head, neck and shoulders. In the 1970s, Narendra Mehta — who had been blind since childhood — brought this practice to the UK. Noticing that many massages excluded the head and shoulders, he developed Champissage, now known as Indian Head Massage, which incorporates the head, face, neck, shoulders and upper back.
A 30 minute calming, grounding treatment that supports your wellbeing and helps transform stress levels, sleep, energy and overall health.
The Role of Massage For Stress . . .
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Reduces Stress & Tension –Indian Head Massage induces deep relaxation, helping to ease mental and physical tension. It increases positive hormones such as serotonin and endorphins, supporting emotional wellbeing and helping to reduce anxiety.
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Relieves Headaches & Migraines –Tension held in the neck, shoulders and scalp is a major trigger for headaches. This treatment helps release those tight areas, easing discomfort.
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Improves Sleep Quality – By calming the nervous system and relaxing the body, Indian Head Massage supports deeper, more restorative sleep – helping you wake up feeling clearer and more refreshed.
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Stimulates Lymphatic Drainage & Supports Immunity – Gentle stimulation of the lymphatic system helps the body remove waste and toxins. As chronic stress can weaken the immune system, this treatment helps rebalance the body, increase circulation and restore energy.
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Promotes Hair & Scalp Health – Improved blood flow nourishes the hair follicles, supporting healthy hair growth and a revitalised scalp.
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Restorative – Massage can play a helpful role in recovery after illness by improving circulation, reducing sluggishness in the body systems and restoring a sense of wellbeing.
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Relaxing – It activates the parasympathetic nervous system – the body’s “rest and digest” mode – helping to lower blood pressure, deepen breathing and calm both the mind and body.
