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Find Your Calm With Indian Head Massage in Brisbane

Indian Head Massage at Brisbane Livewell Clinic is the most calming massage you will ever experience. Book a Session at our Wavell Heights or Cannon Hill Clinics today!

Last Updated on 18 November 2024 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic

Indian Head Massage is a soothing massage of the pressure points located in the scalp, head and neck area, and shoulders. It has many benefits, including unblocking the Chakras, removing built up tension and improving blood flow, while reducing stress and providing lymphatic drainage, deep muscle relation and long-term emotional wellness.

What is Indian Head Massage?

Indian Head Massage is a non-invasive and holistic massage treatment, which involves a Massage Therapist skilled in acupressure massaging the head, scalp, shoulders, arms, neck, and face.

Woman receiving Indian Head Massage. Brisbane Livewell Clinic.

This is a targeted massage therapy with wonderful benefits designed to relax the patient’s muscle and nerve fibers, increasing oxygenated blood flow throughout the body. It provides a more holistic treatment than regular scalp massages, addressing muscle tension and energy flow throughout the upper body and promoting hair growth.

A treatment based on old Ayurvedic techniques, Indian Head Massage involves work on the upper back, shoulders, the neck area, and face, as well as a scalp massage. It helps reduce stress, fatigue, and eyestrain, increase mental clarity, relaxes and rejuvenates the receiver.

It works on the areas of the body that are most affected by stress and tension. However, while the treatment is just on the upper part of the body, unlike “normal” head massages, its effects are felt throughout the mind and body.

The use of oils can bring even deeper relaxation during (and after) your treatment.

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What Symptoms / Conditions can Indian Head Massage Treat?

It’s particularly effective for tension headaches, migraines, eyestrain, sinusitis, and issues related to dry hair or scalp, as well as neck, shoulder, and facial muscle tension.

What techniques are used in a Head Massage?

Head Massage primarily involves gentle strokes, kneading, and rubbing on the scalp, promoting relaxation and stimulating hair follicles. Techniques like tapping and circular motion scalp massages enhance blood flow and relieve tension, extending to the forehead and temples.

Indian Head Massage. Soothing scalp massage. Brisbane Livewell Clinic.

What techniques are specifically used in Indian Head Massage

In contrast, Indian Head Massage encompasses a broader area than just the head, including the neck, shoulders, and upper arms. It combines traditional scalp massage techniques with effleurage (smooth strokes) and petrissage (kneading) on the upper body, as well as light circular motions. Acupressure is also a key component, targeting specific acupressure points to unblock energy channels as part of the scalp massage.

Through the techniques, Indian Head Massage massage therapy works by releasing any blocked negative energy in the body that might be manifesting as injury or disease in any of the seven Chakras (energy centres) of the body.

This is done by applying a certain pressure on specific points on the neck, shoulders, and head corresponding to each Chakra (which is also a similar approach to that of reflexology). By unblocking the Chakras, it allows a free flow of energy in the body resulting in the restoration of an individual back to excellent health and feelings of wellbeing.

Which is Better?

While both massages offer relaxation, Indian Head Massage provides a more holistic treatment, addressing muscle tension and energy flow throughout the upper body. That’s why we can’t go past this for being our number one head and scalp massage method of relaxation at Brisbane Livewell Clinic!

Indian Head Massage. Brisbane Livewell Clinic.

Holistic Health Benefits of Scalp Massage

Beyond its relaxing qualities, Scalp Massage offers holistic health benefits. Regular scalp massages can lead to improved sleep patterns, as the relaxation effect helps to soothe the nervous system, making it easier to fall and stay asleep.

For those suffering from insomnia or sleep disturbances, incorporating scalp massage into their routine can be particularly beneficial. The improved circulation from the scalp massage not only benefits scalp health but can also enhance cognitive function.

The increased blood flow to the brain can lead to improved concentration and memory, making scalp massage a valuable tool for mental clarity and focus.

Benefits of Indian Head Massage

The unique combination of techniques used in our Indian Head Massage in Brisbane not only addresses physical tension but also promotes mental clarity and emotional balance. Here are some specific benefits of Indian Head Massage:

1. 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 depression.

A massage therapist will start the Indian Head Massage by applying pressure to points in the upper back, arms, and shoulders that will release muscles and knots. They will then move to the neck and head to scalp massage helps reduce headache-causing blockages and encourage better circulation of the cerebral fluid.

2. Promotes hair growth

This is a lovely side effect of the Indian Head Massage (if you’re trying to grow your hair anyway…). The massage increases nourishment and oxygen to the skin, scalp and hair follicle which in turn stimulates hair growth. It’s a one-way ticket to long, luscious locks!

3. Detoxifies the body by stimulating lymphatic drainage

Indian Head Massage stimulates and improves lymphatic drainage and blood flow to the head and neck, thus helping to remove waste products from the body.

4. Relieves sleeplessness, restlessness and insomnia

These are often side-effects of stress and Indian Head Massage will immediately relieve stress and promote relaxation by attacking the physical symptoms, thus allowing for a deeper sense of wellbeing and relaxation and opening your body’s natural healing abilities up to better rest.

5. Relieves symptoms of anxiety and depression

Massaging the head and scalp massage encourages the supply of oxygen to the brain which is one of the best ways of reducing anxiety and of lifting one’s mood. Oxygen helps you think clearly and creatively and a similar effect is experienced through exercise.

6. Renews energy levels

An Indian Head Massage works with the Ayurvedic concept which goes beyond the limits of healing and places emphasis on balance. Working on the chakras through Indian Massage has a powerful effect in bringing the energy of the body back into balance.

7. Boosts memory capabilities

Often we have short-term memory difficulties because our brains are overloaded with disorganized thoughts, making it very difficult for us to efficiently ‘log’ and collect thoughts and occurrences.

Indian Head Massage slows us down, sensual awareness takes over, thoughts quieten and awareness is brought to the forefront. Think of it like someone pressing your ‘reset’ button.

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Indian Head Massage Benefits

The benefits of this massage extend beyond simple relaxation:

  • Enhanced Circulation: Increases fresh, oxygenated blood to the head, neck, and shoulders, while removing deoxygenated blood from the muscles – improves blood circulation.

  • Lymphatic Stimulation: Stimulates the lymphatic system, aiding in the removal of waste and toxins.

  • Immune System Boost: Contributes to a stronger immune system.

  • Muscular Tension Relief: Reduces muscular tension, which in turn alleviates stress on joints and bones.

  • Promotes a Calm and Uplifted Mood: As you relax deeply during the therapy, your mood lifts and calmness descends.

  • Alleviates Common Ailments: Helps with eyestrain, headaches, sinusitis, and facial tension and lower blood pressure.

  • Promotes Better Sleep: Aids in insomnia by relaxing the nervous system.

  • Improves Hair and Scalp Health: Beneficial for hair and scalp conditions and to improve hair growth.

  • Overall Refreshment: Leaves the body feeling refreshed and instills a sense of well-being.

What You Can Do to Get Thicker, Fuller Looking Hair

For men and women at different stages of their lives, hair thinning and receding hairlines can be a source of stress and low self-esteem. Scalp massages have been shown through research to stimulate blood circulation in the scalp and hair follicles and thus encourage the growth of thicker hair and more fuller looking hair growth. The circular motions used also help remove product build up in the hair.

It’s worth trying for this reason alone! So book your Indian Head Massage Brisbane today.

Tailored Therapy for Individual Needs

Our experienced therapists focus on your specific areas of concern, ensuring that each session contributes to your overall sense of well-being. Our therapists understand that each person’s needs are unique, especially when dealing with stress, anxiety, and facial tension, often caused by teeth grinding or clenching, high blood pressure, an exhausted central nervous system, and build up tension. We’ve successfully helped many clients reduce or completely eliminate their daily headaches, release tension, improve circulation plus many other positive effects and added benefits.

Each treatment is customised, combining acupressure massage with essential (aromatherapy) oils, to address your specific concerns on that day.

Important Considerations

Indian Head Massage should only be carried out by a skilled professional massage therapist.

Following this treatment, you will feel relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated. However, it’s important to note that your hair may feel oily and/or become disheveled, whether oils are used during the session or not. We recommend that you schedule your treatment for the end of the work day, and bring a hat, scarf or hair tie for your journey home to comfortably manage your hair.

Experience the Transformation

Indian Head Massage at Brisbane Livewell Clinic is one of our quickest and best ways to begin your journey towards holistic health and relaxation. Whether you’re seeking relief from physical ailments or mental stress, our therapy sessions are tailored to meet your individual needs.

And you’ll come out of your session feeling revitalised and at peace.

As you step out of Brisbane Livewell Clinic, expect to carry with you a renewed sense of energy and a calmer, more focused mindset, ready to tackle the challenges of your day with a refreshed perspective.

Attend Regular Sessions for Continued Benefits

We recommend regular sessions to maintain and enhance the benefits. Consistent therapy can lead to lasting improvements in physical and mental well-being and lowered pain in all body parts.

So book your Indian Head Massage Brisbane today.

Want to learn more about Massage generally? Read our Ultimate Guide to Massage here.

Book Your Session Today

Discover the rejuvenating power of Indian Head Massage. Contact us to schedule your session or Book Now below, and embark on a path to relaxation and wellness. Our skilled therapists are ready to gently massage away your tension and assist you in relieving stress and achieving a balanced and pain-free life.

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