The History of Indian Head Massage (Champissage)

Indian Head Massage has its roots deep within Indian culture and was featured in early Ayurvedic texts that date back nearly 4,000 years. Originally practiced by Indian women as part of daily family grooming and as a way of bonding with their family, Indian Head Massage has passed down the generations from mother to daughter. Indian Head Massage is also often practiced by Indian barbers as part of a standard visit to the barber, and is a common sight on many beaches in India.

Narendra Mehta brought Indian Head Massage over to the West when he missed his regular treatments after moving to England. He went on to teach Indian Head Massage, refining the techniques and routines into a standard form. The resulting 'Westernised' Indian Head Massage (IHM) now includes massage of the shoulders, upper arms, neck, scalp, face and ears.

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The Benefits of Indian Head Massage

Indian head massage is incredibly relaxing and soothing and is the perfect antidote to stress and tension. In addition it also has many positive benefits on both physical and emotional health, including:

  • Increased blood circulation
  • Stimulates and improves circulation to the lymphatic   system, helps the body get rid of toxins
  • Provides additional oxygen to the brain
  • Promotes strong, healthy hair
  • Provides relief from eyestrain, earache and tension headaches
  • Enhances the senses, improves memory and concentration, promotes clear thinking
  • Provides relief from tinnitus, aching jaws, sinusitis and migraines
  • Relieves mental and physical tiredness, anxiety and depression
  • Assists in breaking down knots and tension in the muscles
  • Releases endorphins, the feel good hormone
  • Overall it gives a feeling of total relaxation and a sense of wellbeing and calmness

 

 
 
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