Indian Head Massage has been practiced in India for over a thousand years providing Indian families with relaxation and healing on a daily basis, as well as playing a part in everyday events such as a trip to the hairdresser as well as in rituals such as weddings and births.

The concept was originally developed by women who used different oils according to the season (coconut, sesame, almond, olive oil, herbal oils, buttermilk, mustard oil,  and henna) to keep their long hair strong, lustrous and in beautiful condition.  

It works by releasing  the stress that has accumulated in the tissues, muscles and joints of the upper back, head, face, neck and shoulders, and involves the client, sitting fully clothed  in a chair for the treatment. The therapist uses a range of different movements over the upper back, upper arms, neck, shoulder and scalp areas. In addition, the therapist will also gently stimulate and stroke pressure points on the face and ears. The session can last  about forty-five minutes or more, and then involve a short wind down period..

It is especially good for relieving stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis .The experience is deeply calming and relaxing, leaving you feeling energised and revitalised and better able to concentrate.

The benefits of Indian head massage help increase joint mobility and flexibility in the upper back, neck and shoulders, improve blood circulation and lymphatic flow, free knots of muscular tension, relax connective tissue, and aid in the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products. It is particularly good for reducing the effects of stress and tension. 

Linda was trained by and  has an L.C.I.C.I. Diploma in Indian Champissage from the LONDON CENTRE OF INDIAN CHAMPISSAGE™ (website link)

Our new purpose designed Therapy Space in Mid Calder is now fully open providing her Indian Massage!

Testimonials below

Standard appointment of 1 Hour includes approx 45 minutes of therapy £30.00 allow 1 Hour for the appointment (or 1Hour 15mins if it's your first appointment - no extra charge) 
- Contact Linda on 07742 063 080 or e-mail wholebodybalance@lindabibby.com   for an appointment or more details.

A success story

Penny virtually crawled (her words, not mine) into my treatment room 18 months ago with the aid of a walking stick. Penny is a Polio sufferer with PPS (Post Polio Syndrome), she also suffered migraines and frequent nosebleeds. Another of her concerns was a dreadfully uncomfortable skin condition affecting her upper back, shoulders, upper arms and décolletage. When the condition flared up the heat in the spots was intense. Having visited the Doctor and hospital over a 5 year period the condition could not be diagnosed. Penny has been having Indian Head Massage treatments from me. Regularly to start with, gradually spacing them out so that so that maintenance treatments now keep Penny well balanced.

Penny started using the Tropic Skincare Elixir Oil 6 months ago, applying it liberally when the spots flared up. Her skin has improved immensely. I saw Penny last night and the condition is visible but it is hardly visible!

Has the IHM or Elixir worked? We cannot say for certain but used in combination it has worked. The IHM certainly played it's part. The Elixir Oil has certainly played it's part.

Penny's migraines have all but stopped. Only 2 nosebleeds in 18 months and these were close together. Penny is feeling brilliant with no complaints and only uses her walking stick in crowds, shopping centres or on unsure surfaces. Penny is also a much calmer person.

We are both very happy. Penny is now trying the Tamanu balm on the scarring and also uses the Lime and Neroli organic oil on her hair and scalp. Oh, and the skincare and the face smooth!

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