What is Indian Head Massage?
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE (Champissage) is 30-40 minute seated treatment done in a standard armless chair. Clients are fully clothed which allows this treatment to be done in a variety of settings. The treatment is delivered by the trained therapist in a set sequence and series of unique moves and movements. This 4000-year-old East Indian Ayurveda therapy treats the person on 3 levels; the physical, mental, and subtle. The treatment is also considered to be a Tri-dosha balancing therapy. The treatment includes moves from the traditional Indian Head Massage but is amplified with additional moves to the face, neck, upper arms, upper back, and tops of the shoulders.
This treatment makes for a nice stand-alone treatment but can be offered as 30-minute add-on for a total of 75 or 90 minute massage treatment.
What are the Benefits of this Treatment?
Helps prevent migraines, headaches and back pain. Often tension in the upper back, neck and head can lead to migraines, headaches and back pain, which can make for uncomfortable living on a day-to-day basis and sometimes even lead to bouts of depression. The moves of Indian Head Massage can often reduce these symptoms if caused by stress and tightness of the muscles in these areas.
Promotes hair growth. Massage increases nourishment and oxygen to the scalp and hair follicles, which in turns stimulates hair growth. Release of the the head/scalp fascia which is part of the treatment of Champissage™, can induce relaxation through out the body.
Assists the body with the natural processes of detoxification. Indian Champissage™ stimulates lymphatic system and improves blood flow. This additional boost to these systems can further assist the body to flush out toxins.
Combats Insomnia. The moves by design help to relieve sleeplessness, restlessness and insomnia by bringing about sense of calm and wellbeing. People regularly report back that they are sleeping better after a few treatments of Indian Champissage™.
Relieves symptoms of anxiety and depression. Massaging the head encourages the supply of oxygen to the brain, which is one of the best ways of reducing anxiety and lifting one’s mood. This treatment is not a fix for clinical depression but as long as it's not contraindicated it can be helpful in those cases as well.
Renews energy levels. Balancing of the upper 3 chakras has a powerful effect on the entire body. The function of the chakras (chakra in Sanskrit means wheel) are said to be spinning invisible vortices that sit about 1 inch away from the body at 7 set locations. The invisible wheels spin in a clockwise manner and draw in new energy to keep the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical health of the body in balance.
Boosts memory capabilities. Often people experience short-term memory difficulties if their minds are overloaded. Today’s fast-paced lifestyle is taking its toll on all of us. Indian Champissage slows us down so our thoughts become quieted and a greater awareness (body/mind connection) is brought to the forefront.
What are Some the Concerns and Contra Indications for Giving and Receiving Indian Head Massage Treatments?
• Recent whiplash or injury to the neck or upper back, shoulder upper arm and head region.
• Concussions, especially if the concussion has happened within last 3 to 6 months and considered to be a Grade 3 concussion.
• Contagious conditions that will limit the therapist to properly deliver the treatment or may put the therapist at risk.
• Certain conditions (such as active and weeping psoriasis of the hands) particularly on the person giving this treatment. This would be a health risk because we work extensively on both the head/scalp and the facial regions.
• Epilepsy in part, due to the client sitting in a chair and the number of stimulating moves.
• Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia (if advanced and non-resolving)
• Clients under-going medical treatments; Cancer, Auto Immune Diseases and other diagnosed diseases of concern. Please inquire about this if you have such a condition and wish to take this training.
• Unregulated high or extremely low blood pressure requiring the ongoing care with a medical doctor. This condition and all others of concern or conditions that may be fully contraindicated are further discussed in the class setting.
Please understand this treatment is not a curative for any medical condition. At best, if no contra indications are indicated and this is an appropriate treatment for the client, the client might experience some of the aforementioned benefits.
