Ayurvedic Head Massage

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Ayurvedic Head Massage, also known as champissage, is an massage therapy in which the upper-back, arms, head, neck and face are massaged with or without the use of oils using a range of massage techniques.

The goal is to clear blocks in the meridians (energy channels) that cause a build-up of negative energy that are purported to cause ailments. The belief is that when the energy does not flow properly, negative energy builds up, causing common ailments, including stress and pain.

Ayurvedic head massage stimulates the nerves from the head area. This helps you to relax which, in turn, improves mental and physical health. It also increases circulation, exfoliates the scalp and nourishes the hair.

 You are fully clothed, and usually sit on a chair for the treatment. The massage techniques used include effleurage (soothing & stroking movements), petrissage (kneading & squeezing), tapotement (hacking & tapping), friction (rubbing & 'shampooing'), feathering (light finger pressure), stretching (of the neck), and rotation (of the shoulder joint).  There are also pressure points stimulated throughout the treatment. The areas of the massage include the neck, shoulder, scalp and face. The session last approximately twenty to forty-five minutes. 

• Tense muscle relaxation
• Improved blood and lymphatic circulation, promoting toxin removal from the body
• Improved joint movement.
• Promote healthy hair growth.
• Relief from headache, eye strain, sinusitis, jaw ache & tinitus.
• Improved sleep quality

• Reduction of Anxiety and Stress symptoms.
• Overall feeling of well-being of the body, mind and soul
• Calming of sensory nerve endings in the skin
• Relaxation
• Tranquility
• Relief from depression
• Rejuvenation.

• Spondilytis and other severe bone inflammation
• 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 in the massage area
• Severe bruising, open cuts or abrasions
• Undiagnosed lumps, bumps or swellings
• Severe allergies
• Severe migraine or headaches
• Scalp infections
• Lice