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A short introduction to Indian Head Massage.
Learn about the benefits of this wonderful treatment.
Familiarise yourself with the Contraindications and Safety Precautions to Indian Head and Shoulder Massage.
It is important to know what common problems may arise so that you can handle them confidently and professionally.
Sticking to certain fundamental practices in massage can elevate your massage above the rest and make the whole experience more beneficial and blissful for the person receiving your treatment.
There are various massage techniques used. In this section we cover the main ones used in Indian Head and Shoulder Massage.
This sequence has been developed over a number of year's of practice and is a suggested sequence. With practice and as you gain confidence, you will soon develop a routine that works for you and your clients.
A simple way to make contact with the client, establish rhythmical breathing and a sense of ease.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
The shoulders and upper back are the areas we find most vulnerable to stress and you will be spending the most time on this area of the body.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
The upper arms are included in this massage routine.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
The neck should be massaged with care and caution. It can feel super relieving if done correctly and painful if not. Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
Working the occipital ridge feels super relieving and can help ease tension in the neck and head.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
No Indian Head Massage would be complete without the relieving and soothing scalp work.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
The face is a very intimate part of the body to touch, but can feel really soothing. Work gently.
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Ending off your treatment.
Practice this section as many times as you need before moving on to the next video in the sequence.
The use of oils is optional. In this section we cover what oils are commonly used and how to apply and remove the oil. Check with your client beforehand if they would like oils.
It is important to familiarise yourself with the skeletal system of the upper body so that you have an understanding of the structures beneath the muscles you are working.
It is important to familiarise yourself with the musclesof the upper body so that you have an understanding of the muscle positioning as you massage.
As this treatment is short, requires no undressing and the use of oils is not mandatory, it is a wonderful treatment to offer in the corporate sector.
This ancient therapeutic treatment is part of the healing system of Aryuveda and has been practiced in Indian homes for thousands of years. It is a treatment that can be learned by anyone and the videos in this course are designed to guide you, step by step, as you develop your skill in this wonderful practice.
Traditionally Indian head massage focussed on the head and scalp, but in this treatment the neck and shoulders are included as these areas are prone to tension and strain. The routine covered in this course also includes the upper arms, face and decollate to make the entire experience feel more blissful and complete. The descriptions in the course manual are detailed and there are many clear illustrations. I take you through the massage techniques used and my full sequence in the detailed videos, so that you can confidently learn how to give this wonderfully restorative treat to your loved ones and/or clients.
The anatomy section covers the areas that we will be working on and it is advisable that you familiarise yourself with the bony structures and muscles in the area you are treating - your massage will be far more enjoyable for the receiver as well as beneficial and safe.
For beginners, the course covers the fundamentals of massage and the general dos and don’ts. There are also detailed descriptions, illustrations and videos on the massage techniques, including effleurage, petrissage, friction and tapotement or percussion and how to use them on the different parts of the body that we are working.
There is information on the pressure points and some safe stretches and mobilisations to do during the treatment. So if you have never done a massage in your life, following along and practicing will have you giving blissful massages in no time.
If you are a professional masseuse, you should pick up the routine easily and as this is a quick and easy treatment, you can be offering this divine, stress-relieving experience to your clients in no time. This sequence is one I have used in corporates and private practice for many years, but do chop and change it and make it your own.
Massage, with it’s incredible ability to physically affect the body, can not only improve physical well-being, but can also improve mental and emotional wellness too. If you are a massage therapist, this treatment is wonderful to offer clients who suffer with headaches and migraines, scalp and hair concerns, neck and shoulder tension, and just general overall stress.
It is a wonderful treatment to offer at corporate wellness days as it targets those areas of stress that most of us struggle with. It is a quick effective treatment and as the use of oils is optional and the person receiving the treatment doesn’t need to get undressed, it is a super useful treatment to have in your repertoire as a masseuse, all you need is a comfy chair!
Have massaged for many years in the corporate and private sector, I developed this routine which was easy and effective. Whatever has drawn you to learn Indian Head and Shoulder Massage, at the end of this course, you will be able to offer a divine, soothing, stress relieving treatment.
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