Indian Head Massage has its roots deep within Indian culture. It was originally practiced by Indian women as part of daily family grooming and as a means of bonding with their family. As such, it was passed down the generations from mother to daughter. Indian Head Massage is often seen practiced by Indian barbers as part of a visit to the barber. It can also be seen being practiced on the beaches in some areas of India.

Indian Head Massage was brought to the West by Narendra Mehta, who, on moving to England, missed his regular massage treatments and set about teaching his form of Indian Head Massage, refining the techniques and routines into a standardized form. He began teaching in London, but his work is quickly spreading worldwide.

Indian Head Massage is a treatment based on old Ayurvedic techniques involving work on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face. A variety of massage movements are used to relieve accumulated tension, stimulate circulation and restore joint movement. Indian Head Massage is also used to aid the condition and health of the hair, particularly when combined with the use of natural organic oils.

Indian Head Massage is used by practitioners to help reduce stress and fatigue, increase mental clarity, and relax and rejuvenate the receiver. A treatment will last between 20 minutes to one hour.

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