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Origins Traditional head massage ("champi" or "champissage") has been practised for over a thousand years in India. The use of different oils according to the season kept women's hair strong, lustrous and in beautiful condition. Head Massage would also be offered by barbers. Modern methods were perfected by Mr. Narendra Mehta. He came to the UK and was disappointed not to be able to have an Indian Head Massage here. He returned to India to learn the therapy and then returned to the UK to teach practitioners here, thereby spreading the knowledge. One of the most important developments of modern Indian Head Massage was the introduction of an Ayurvedic element of chakra energy balancing and the extension of the massage element to include massage of the face and ears, enhancing the overall effect. Technique Indian Head Massage is a technique of manipulating soft tissues in the shoulders and scalp. The therapist uses a range of different massage pressures and rhythms to stimulate the head and neck area. A typical massage lasts about 20 minutes. The technique releases muscle tension and stimulates circulation. This fully oxygenates the cells. It also stretches and mobilises the tissues of the neck and shoulders and stimulates lymphatic drainage. It stimulates and improves scalp circulation which helps to promote texture combined with strength and growth of hair, it relaxes the scalp and tones up subcutaneous muscles thus helping to relieve headaches, eye strain and to focus concentration. The technique soothes, comforts and harmonises the body's natural balance, so helping to promote physical and psychological well being leaving you with a feeling of peace and tranquillity. To summarise: The combination of techniques used… 1. Aids the circulatory, muscular and nervous systems 2. Stimulates arterial circulation, and increases venous and lymphatic flow 3. Reduces stress and can induce a feeling of euphoria 4. Frees knots of muscular tension and relaxes connective tissue 5. Stimulates the skin and underlying nerve endings 6. Aids in the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products Accessibility The techniques of Indian Head Massage require the skin, muscles and bones to be gently moved and stimulated. This can be done with or without clothing and this is entirely up to the client. Oils are also optional. The Indian Head Massage is practiced with the client sitting on a hard-backed chair for the first part, and then lying down on a treatment couch for the remainder. Contraindications It is inadvisable to perform Indian Head Massage, if there are any of the following conditions present. Please read the following carefully to avoid disappointment. If in doubt, please call and ask us to advise: High temperature or fever Acute infectious disease Skin infections, on the head, neck or shoulders Recent haemorrhage Recent head, shoulder or neck injury Recent surgery Severe circulatory disorder Heart condition Alcohol or drug abuse Thrombosis or embolism Very high or low blood pressure Dysfunctions of the nervous system Epilepsy Diabetes Recent scar tissue Severe bruising, open cuts or abrasions Undiagnosed lumps, bumps or swellings Severe allergies Severe migraine or headaches Scalp infections 
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