Indian Head Massage
Narendra Mehta, a totally blind osteopath and massage therapist, introduced Indian Head Massage to 
the United Kingdom in the early 1980's. After many years of research, he developed a form of Indian Head Massage he has called Champissage™. He has just been awarded the MBE.
What is Indian Head Massage?
It is a treatment that focuses on the upper back, upper arms, neck, scalp and face, in India this treatment is known as champi (head massage). For over a thousand years, Indian Head Massage has been traditionally used in India, as part of the family ritual for health and relaxation, it is also used at weddings and births.
How does it work and what are the benefits?
By releasing stress that has accumulated in the tissues, muscles and joints and improving blood circulation and lymphatic flow, Indian Head Massage helps increase joint mobility and flexibility in the neck and shoulders, improve hair growth, stimulates immunity - due to an increase in white blood cells, aids in the eliminatin of toxins and waste products, soothes, comforts and rebalances energy flow which can result in a sense of calm, tranquillity and peace.
What is it good for?
Indian Head Massage is especially good for relieving tension, stress, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis. Many clients say they find the experience deeply relaxing, leaving them feeling energised and revitalised, helping them concentrate more.
What does a treatment involve?
This is a seated massage, with clients resting their head on a Head Master Pillow for the main part of the massage. Oil is applied to the back, arms and neck. This is a treatment that is applied using the hands to the upper body, shoulders, upper arms, neck, head and face. Upper clothing can be removed and a towelling sarong is provided for ladies. Treatments last 30-45 minutes.
Are there any side effects and when should it be avoided?
Some clients may experience tiredness, dizziness, an increased desire to urinate (this is due to the body eliminating toxic and waste materials) or aching muscles. These side effects usually last for no more than a few hours, after which clients generally experience increased energy and alertness.
Whilst Indian Head Massage is a very safe treatment, there are certain contra-indications which may require special care (a history of high or low blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy, any kind of heart condition, cancer or osteoporosis and any dysfunction of the nervous system) in those cases it would, however, be necessary for you to consult your GP before any treatment can be given.
Indian Head Massage must be avoided if you have had any recent surgery, a recent head or neck injury (whiplash), a history of thrombosis or embolism, recent haemorrhage, spondylitis or spondylosis, fever or high temperature, skin or scalp infections.
If there is a condition that you are concerned or unsure of that perhaps isn't listed, please don't hesitate to contact me for further information.