Massaging the head can do much to relieve the stress and tension that fill our day to day lives. The technique involves controlled caresses such as the spider walk, root pull, and comb, and focuses mainly on the face and scalp. It can also continue down the upper back, neck, shoulders and upper arms.
The massage has a strong effect on the three higher chakras of the seven - mind, body and spirit. Chakra (wheel) is the energy vortex that we need to remain striving. As the massage works on the shoulders and neck, the relief of tension is felt almost instantaneously.
As well as easing headaches and stress, the conditions it can help are many. It helps deal with scalp and hair problems, aids localised blood and lymphatic circulation, relieves eye strain, boosts the immune system, relieves muscle tension, and helps restore joint movement. This is particularly good for people who are wheelchair bound or are partially immobile.
My mother suffers from high blood pressure. During the worst times, she has attacks on the lympatic circulation. She says that it feels as if there is air trapped inside which makes her neck and forehead swell up. The only way to relieve this is to massage her neck and upper back to release the fluid retention.
Head massage originated in India over a thousand years ago. The origin of shampoo comes from a Hindi word 'champi'. Being 'champi-ed' meant having your head massaged. It began as the way to keep your long hair in beautiful condition and has become a part of daily life.
Massage is probably the oldest therapy known to man, and has been practised in the Far and the Middle East for at least 5000 years. The beneficial effects have been acknowledged for generations, and massage is a part of everyday activity, performed within the family from a very young age.
It is stated that the way to health is to have a scented bath and an oiled massage everyday. Unfortunately this is impossible in today's world, although we are starting to realise that we have to take responsibility for our own health.
The beauty of head massage is you can have it almost anywhere - at home, work or in a salon. You can be clothed or unclothed, use oils, cream, powder or nothing.
I have found cold water blended with oil is very effective when massaging my mother. I place it on her scalp and then massage it around the neck area.
I was taught Indian head massage when I was nine years old. Being Bangladeshi in origin myself, I didn't understand why it was called 'Indian' head massage. When I was older, I learnt that I would have been Indian if the country hadn't been divided into three!
© Jamila Hussain - 2004
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your comments
Marie Flanagan from Solihull
During a recent Indian head massage I became quite ill. Severe nausea and dizziness. I could actually see stars and thought I was going to pass out.I wonder what could have been the reason? The therapist didn't know and we both found it scary.
Hans Mash
Head Massage works. I just tried this by accident just 2 days ago and it really works. I had Fatigue, Sleepiness and was Lethargic but suddenly I realized it is all gone after the Head Massage. In fact I was so impressed then I started looking for web sites to know about Head massaging until I found your web site. It is 100% correct as my own experience I am saying this. But one thing as per my experience this massage relief stays for 1-2 hours at a time and you will have to redo it again and again to keep your self active and free from sleepiness and stress. This is my experience.
Sinead, Belfast
To Laura in California - I would not recommend doing a one-day course. I've been studying a VTCT course in Indian Head Massage since September 08 (it's fantastic, I love it) and we'll be finished in March, there is so much to learn that I really don't think any one-day course would be detailed enough or accredited.
Asma Poonawalla
Head massage relaxes the mind body and increases hair growth. It is essential for relaxation, I've learnt head massage for two months and find the actuall importance of it and enjoy doing it.
Lina
What cultural significance did the treatment have to the culture it came from?
Pam Long from Melton Mowbray
I have just completed a 20 week course in Indian Head Massage, and have thoroughly enjoyed it. I find the technique so relaxing and uplifting, both to give and receive! My case studies were all friends of mine, and can't get enough of it! They all visit me regularly for "top-ups". I am also coming to the end of a course in Reflexology, which I have also found worthwhile and interesting. I am going to suggest to the new friends I have made whilst doing these courses that we get together regularly for "treatment" nights, so that we can perform treatments on each other!
Laura in California
What do you think of the one day courses in IHM??? I plan on coming out to the UK to study but after reading on this site I see that most courses are weeks long. This course gives a certificate. Please help I'm due to come out in March. Thank you.
Sven, Birmingham
Message for Barbie, Birmingham ... if you feel light headed thats maybe due to your concentration, are you meditating regularly? The colours your clients "see" maybe due to you pressing too hard. Also you can have a look at the colour therapy chart...
Lynn Alexander, Norwich
Could IHM be given to someone with perforated eardrums and persistent ear infections?
Laura Nunn, Rotherham
I am currently studying Indian Head massage and I absolutely love it. It's so relaxing for both me and the client. The oils are great, they are really beneficial to the client. I just enjoy massaging clients and making the treatment relaxing and worthwhile for them.
Megan Ruffell from County Durham
My boyfriend gave me a head massage when I was really stressed the night before I had to give a presentation. Afterwards I felt so relaxed and happy,Ii got a great night's sleep, which I previously thought impossible. I would recommend everyone learns how to do head massages - especially university students (that's when he learned himself!)
Shirley Hay, Glasgow
I had my first head massage at a local salon - it was brilliant and so relaxing. I believe everyone should tryit - I also have ringing in my ears and it has actually helped me.
Mary from New York
I had a head massage in India and the woman applied tremendous pressure to the skull with both hands and pulled the ears really hard. Afterwards I felt bad and have just kept getting worse. A slight case of TMD has been come terrible and acute. Instead of praising IHM, you should give warnings about the potential dangers.
Margaret English from Glasgow
I had my first Indian Head massage last month. Having suffered from Tinnitus for many years I found it eased the noise and definitely found the whole experience very beneficial to my entire wellbeing. I have now booked for a four month course at the Glasgow College of Commerce starting on 28 March. Does anyone know if I have to have some knowledge on biology? I would like to be prepared - any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Sandy from Liverpool
Had my first Indian head massage today - I really enjoyed it. I only had 20 mins but I had to go straight to bed as I was so tired.
Mona Roberts
Feel so much pressure on my head, need some kind of relief ... notice I have been losing some hair.
Rebecca Harvey, Worcs
Hi to everybody who has completed or is in the process of doing an IHM course, I am just about to complete my course and have throughly enjoyed it. I also practice reiki healing - I find holistic treatments are the way forward and get great pleasure out of enhancing peoples lives. It's so amazing how it turns peoples lives around. Keep up the good work all you light workers. Much love xxx
Kate from Cornwall
I am hoping to start a course in Indian head massage in my local area and looking forward to it. I would like to be able to use it as a professional skill, how difficult is that to do? I've ordered a 'how to' book from Amazon to get me started. I would like to do some other courses as well so I'm off to my local education centre today to get their ITEC diploma brochure ... really excited!!!
Ann Riggs from Pembrokeshire
I've just finished a 20 week VTCT Diploma in IHM and enjoyed every minute of it. We had 3 case studies to do at least 3 treatments on, but also got lots of extra practical experience in class. I had no idea what a fantastic treatment this is until I did this course - both giving a treatment and receiving one is a great experience - calming, relaxing yet uplifting. Everyone I have given a head massage to has come back for more!
Angela Potts, Stalybridge, Cheshire
I have only just started doing a course on Indian Head Massage, and the actual course itself sounds really good. I too will have assignments to complete, and would love to come back here, to ask advice. Great to read the advice and questions given.
Debbie Waddicar from Liverpool
I have just started an Indian Head Massage course and today had my first experience of receiving one ... FANTASTIC. This course wasn't my first choice but so glad now I took it.
Carol Kellett from Essex
I have just started the VTCT Indian head massage course a couple of weeks ago. Just wanted to say that although i'm emjoying the course, I am getting a bit stressed trying to remember all the different routines that i have been learning, and now having to learn an IHM routine as well. Does anyone have any tips for remembering them? Also, Faith from Plymouth, the Francesa Gould book on IHM has a chapter on contra-indications, I am currently doing an assignment for it as well and it's helping me. Also if you google contra-indications for IHM you can get some good stuff come up for it.
Francesco, California
"Head massage originated in India over a thousand years ago." Head Massage and Massage in fact are not originated in India. Massage is originated from China based on Yin-Yang theory. The easiest record of massage dates back to Huang Di Nei Jing (722-481 BC) and in Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD), this knowledge was brought to India through Silk Road. Massage is a very powerful therapy no matter it is Chinese, India or Swedish style massage.
Shell Walker, Todmorden
Hi Christopher from London - shame you gave your IHM up. Don't despair - try a different enviroment to learn! I did mine at college - the tutors were excellent and put you at ease at hand for any help you might need. Passed now and this massage is sooo relaxing for client and therapist both. Go on, give it another try. Good luck!
Margaret Georgeson
Unable to buy the correct oils for the head massage - can you help?
Sandra A Hitch
After having cancer I experienced how valuable alternative therapies can be and now am a qualified Reiki Master, and learning Indian Head Massage at College. It is a fantastic relaxing thearpy and can really be done anywhere. I find it really interesting that it can in fact be done on someone with high blood pressure. Lots of therapists I have been told would have it as contra indicated, which I personally thought was sad because the amount of pressure in the massage can be very light.
Barbie, Birmingham
I have recently qualified in IHM and am practising on as many people as I can to try to remember the technique off pat. Is it usual to feel light headed and a bit spaced out after giving the massage - it's a very weird feeling, does everyone else get this? Also does anyone know where I can find out about the colours clients see during the massage, as I'm not too sure what each one means?
Fiona, Glasgow
Hi I'm qualified to do IHM seated with clothes on, and would be very interested to hear what positions, routines others use with oils. What combinations of oils have you tried? I've heard that coconut oil is good. I've tried on site chair, ordinary chair and on massage table. Am constantly trying to improve what I do. Anyone got any ideas?
Faith, Plymouth
I am currently doing a dimploma in holistic therapy and have been set an assignment discussing contraindications of Indian head massage. I have been told to find out the contraindications of high blood pressure, pregnancy, and cancer. I am not sure where to look on the internet for the answers. If anyone know the answers and could give me a hand it would be deeply appreciated.
Leanne Rowlands from London
I am currently doing an Indian head massage course and I have been given an assignment to find out what oils, conditioners and alcohols are used in an Indian head massaged treatment but I can't find any info on this. I would be very grateful if anyone can help me?
Lisa Domm, Portsmouth
I'm in college at the moment and studying my last year as a beauty therapist, and I'm doing Indian head massage. It's really nice to know that you can see colours if you are really relaxed, and if you see a certain colour like indigo you are in tune with your body. Some people don't believe in it but you never know until you have tried it.
Belinda Haddow quito ecuador
Nice to know that there is alot of Indian head massage going on around the UK. I studied in the UK, and with the knowledge feel the need to get it used around other parts of the world. I would like any thoughts or advice.
Ailsa
I have been accepted onto an IHM evening class. I wonder if there are any risks associated with IHM and pregnancy. Can anyone please give advice?
Louisa
I have currently signed up a distant learning course with Tutorial DVD, we cover 6 modules and you end up with a diploma and can practice. I have only paid my deposit but I am having doubts about it only because I will have no one to tell me where/if/how I would be going wrong. Has anyone else done a course like this? Also can anyone recommend a weekend (say over 6 weeks, diploma level) course so that I have a tutor as I think it is so important to practically see what you are doing?
Wendy Hale from Risca, nr Newport
As a therapist, I can confirm that Indian Head Massage is a very relaxing treatment. Clients are often surprised how relaxed they become. It can help with headaches and migraines, eye strain, sinusitis, depression, removal of toxins, improving the quality of sleep and promoting healthy hair growth. A treatment includes the upper back, shoulders, arms, neck, scalp and face.
Rita Ingleson, Bradford
I would like to know if Indian head massage could help vertigo. I was told mine is brought on by stress.
Katie
Hi Maggie, I just like to say you'll do absolutely fine. It seems a lot at first but it is worth every minute of it. The course that you're on is a little different from the one I was on. We had to do 3 cases and treat each one of them three times. We also had to do 2 essays - the first was about stress how Indian head massage can help with stress and the second one was the history of Indian head massage followed by a busneiss assignment at the end of the course. Everything that you need to know is on the internet. Good luck - I'm sure you'll pass easily. I have my own clients now - once you get used to it, it is a very inspirational massage to learn.
Dawn, Hertfordshire
I qualified a year or so ago in massage and I am looking to set up business either at home or possibly at my mum's house. Can someone advise on the business requirements please? (UK) Whilst writing - some people seem a little bit confused or disturbed by what they are picking up when working on clients. I also work on a spiritual basis and do hands on healing (similar to Reiki). Perhaps it may be an idea for people to take a look at some books on working with the chakras (the energy centres of our bodies which relate to our auras - each one has a related colour). If working on the head area you may well pick up things as these are very powerful energy centres. There are techniques I use to protect myself from clients' energies (such as picturing myself putting a cloak or something protective on). There are also crystals you can use to protect yourself. It's worth checking this stuff out as a lot of the therapists I know work in this way as well. Possibly take a look in local library or in good book shop. Don’t fear this stuff - it's a big part of who we all are!! But I would say it is worth protecting yourself against others' energies if you are open to this type of stuff. Love and light to you all.
Sam, England
Hiya, I am really keen on learning Indian Head Massage. Could anyone please recommend either a good course or a good book or even both for me to learn the techniques.
Thank you.
Katie Filer from Bristol
I've just passed my Indian head massage course so now I am a qualified massuer. I'd just like to say it's a brilliant massage to learn and has had a great interest upon me although it can be stressful when your learning it. I used to panic an awful lot but soon as you learn the routine without looking at your sheet everything just flows naturally. Good luck to everyone.
Judith Hamer..from Lancashire
Is IHM suitable for epilepsy sufferers...I last had a seizure 9 years ago.
Senga Hay from Glasgow
Could you tell me if head massage will help tinnitus?
Sadie from Birmingham
I am a qualified IHM practictioner but would be interested in teaching this skill to other people. Can anyone tell me if I need a teaching qualification or do I need to do another course?
Lady Jane Gray
I am studying a V T C T Indian Massage Course and find it magical. It has empowered me to continue my studies into other forms of stress relief. I will endeavour to learn Reflexology next and Aromatherapy. In this day and age it is apparent that there is a need for hands on therapy to de-stress this 'high-tech' world we live in. Not enough people realise the innate need we all have to be touched and cared for. Everyone is so self obsessed with material possessions and greed. How many mothers these days massage their own children or partner. A huge bonding takes place when this is applied.
Love prevails when massage is 'given' as it is so pleasurable to the receiver. Like so many other therapists have written here to, the Masseuse benefits as it has relaxing, calming effects on both during the treatment. It should be made freely available on the NHS. Then there would be less sickness to deal with!
Katie Filer from Bristol
I'm studying Indian head massage in evening class. The teachers are really good. We've finished all of our tests now which is a relief apart from the multiple choice test at the end. There have been times where we haven't had a lot of time to do much of the practical work but we usually we get 45 minutes. It's really enjoyable. I should be a qualifed Indian head masseur in a short while. I would definitely recommend it.
Alexandra Jemison, London
Hi everyone, I had no idea there were so many of us out there doing IHM, it's great isn't it! I really enjoy practising it. I'm also doing an ITEC 20 week course, and yes, you only need 5 case studies once each. Odd isn't it. I'm doing a lot more than that so I can really get used to it, let's hope some of them come back when we're fully fledged!
It sounds like Sylvia had a bit too much pressure from her ihm, there is a move where you squeeze and lift the scalp on one side then the other, the pressure should be firm but not at all painful, and the flat of the hand should be used to lift the scalp up and down. I think it's important to check with clients how they are feeling throughout as the right pressure can vary so much between people.
Maybe if some of you are feeling exhausted during/ after giving a massage, if you can visualise yourself surrounded with a bright protective bubble of light that will help-
Anyway enjoy it! all the best, Alex
Pat from Cleveland
I would be interested in hearing more about massaging with sand.
Sarah Rose from Felixstowe
Hi I do therapeutic body massage and indian head massage but do not use essential oils as i am not a qualified aromatherapist. Could anyone tell me if there is an oil that could help psoriasis
Thanks
Smita Gaikwad, India
I recommend a head massage with lots of warm coconut oil. Then massage ur head with fingertips for 15 to 20 minutes. Make sure u r soft at hand n u have a feeling in mind to relax. Then take a towel soaked in warm water n wrap around ur head for 2 minutes. Do this twice. Then u can wash ur head after 1 hour.
kylie johnson north wales
hi i was just wondering if you knew how to get oil (any type)of the body when doing an indian head massage
Gita Pelikantova from Bratislava-Slovakia
I recommend massage with the sand and also massage with honey - to take of toxins from the body. This technique is not known , I know it from one doctor-healler from Ukraine.
Nat ,Cardiff
I am studying Beauty therapy at college. I have nearly compleatd my course and i was wondering how much would a coourse on IHM cost i was also wondering what is chakra colours?
Maria Briffa from Manchester
I am currently studing Swedish Body Massage, I also done Hopi Candle, and starting an Reflexology course, what I find stressfull is the fact that also done a workshop in IHM but I cannot seem to find any insurance that cover my traning certificate in IHM, so I cannot practice until I finish my course in Swedish Masssage. Anyone with the same problem?
Kayleigh - North Yorks
I am currently studying Indian Head Massage and Swedish Massage at college. I think IHM is so interesting and would definitely recommend it to people thinking about taking it up. Could anyone recommend any good books on IHM and Swedish Massage?
Joanne, Newcastle
I hate seeing other people's chakra colours when I give a massage.
Cat from Consett, Co Durham
I recommend having IHM, Everytime I do an IHM for people, I am "hit" with colours. I've had some creepy experiences including doing an IHM and being "hit" by vibrant blue, then having acute laryngitis for 2 weeks. Not sure if I'm giving too much of myself when healing these people but I hate giving them, and love receiving them.
Nadine Cain, Southport
I really enjoy indian head massage. It's very relaxing after a hard day at work and you can keep your clothes on.
Susanne McCabe
A few people here seem to be quite stressed from learning IHM. It doesn't sound like these courses are the best way to learn. If they are really not working for you, try learning elsewhere if you can. I did a 10-week college course earlier this year, and there was about half an hour each week dedicated to theory, and another 2.5 hours of practice. Surely this is the way it should be? If you're stressed when practising IHM, this will surely reflect itself on your client?
To Kelly: I get worn out too after massaging a client (but I sleep brilliantly after!) and often wonder if my technique is right, or if I'm giving too much of myself in the IHM?
I'm surprised about folks using oil in the hair, we were taught to do the back, neck, shoulders and arms first with oil, then remove the oil and do the face and scalp. I'm quite glad because I don't like oil in my hair!
To Sylvia: The pressure to the eye could've been caused by the IHM, but don't quote me on that. It makes sense. Your practitioner should not exert this amount of pressure and if he/she does, then tell them so!
To Bonny: Hypertension is indeed a contra-indication. I am not sure of the medical reasons behind it. See the Beaumont College website for other contra-indications.
Hope this helps...
Emily Fisher, Northampton, UK
To Chris in London: Try and learn your massage routine off by heart if you can so you can relax a bit more whilst doing it, also if you forget a step you could always do some gentle effleurage/stroking whilst you give yourself time to think...hope that helps!
Emily Fisher, Northampton, England
I am studying for my VTCT Dip. in Holistics and like Carolyn I also find it relaxing to give a massage - very rewarding!!
Emma Jefferson from Manchester
I'm studying in Holistic Therapies and it's good to know that you can put your knowledge at use. Although you shouldn't of carried out the treatment if your mother fell unconscious I got taught that it's a form of contra-indication. I haven't got round to doing Indian head just yet. I shall be doing that in 3 weeks. At the moment I've learnt Swedish back massage, Reflexology, and facials and I've just do my very first proper client today. :)
Anne - Sheffield
As a qualified teacher of Indian Head Massage, I read Jamila Hussain's report with great interest. However, I am concerned that some of the information is seriously misleading and of dangerous practice. I refer to the following comment, 'There are times when she falls unconscious, and immediate massage has to be given along with a cold damp towel pressed on to her forehead and scalp'. This is a serious contra-indication and on no account should a massage take place. I fail to see how anyone could complete a massage on an unconscious person, anyway. It is also well known that oil and water do not mix, so how is it possible for a massage to be completed using these two substances as a medium?
Lauren Byles,Suffolk
I think learning Indian head massage is real interesting and you benefit lots from it.I recommend having your arms massaged and having your marma points massaged feels amazing and releives aches,pains,relaxes and gets rid of stress.
Christopher from London
I am studying Indian Head Massage. It's a 17-week course. At the last class we had only 10 minutes at the end to do massage. I was so stressed with the pressure of time it all felt wrong for me, and my head just went out the window with it. This is not the reason I joined the course. I want to run away from stress, not invite it in.
Am currently practising on a friend. Before starting this course three weeks ago, I felt quite comfortable giving this friend a masssage and they enjoyed it. I have just not got it yet with the Indian Head Massage. There seems to be far too much clinical analysis of muscle structure of the face and skull, with all these Greek-sounding names, which I found impossible to remember when tested this week.
Kelly Fisher from London
I am currently studying massage at college. I work in a salon - I enjoy it but finding it very tiring. Is this common, feeling very stressed and worn out after giving a massage to a client?
Sandra Weidner from Albion, Michigan, USA
Two questions: Would you please recommend for me (1) a good book on Indian scalp massage, and (2) the best oil to use? My hair is dry. I apply a very light lanolin to it now to give it shine and manageability, but my scalp gets flaky no matter what I use. I so look forward to a healthy scalp and hair. I consider chakra and circulation improvements an un-anticipated bonus!
I first read about Indian scalp massage in a casual reference to it in the book by the wife of slain Wall Street Journal journalist Daniel Pearl.
Lyn from South Wales
I have over the years studied and qualified in various holistic & complimentary therapies such as Swedish body massage, sports massage, aromatherapy, advanced aromatherapy, IHM, crystal/colour, reiki masters, on site massage, la stone, hopi ear, reflexology, advanced reflexology, vertical reflexology, lymphatic drainage, counselling, A&P Dip, nutrition Dip, Stress Management Dip, Holistic facial massage, beauty therapy. I run a small business and also teach all of the above in FE college. Please keep learning and practising these wonderful treatments - you will find it very rewarding in the end.
Ceto from Bombay
I get my head massaged at the local barber once a week. They no longer do a large part of the massage by hand. Instead for a good ten minutes they use a Philips massager which attached to the hand causes an intense vibration through the palm and onto the scalp - they just move the palm up and down the scalp. A few areas that really work well are the hairlines around the scalp, behind the ears and the eyebrows also when the massager vibrates my barber sticks his finger into the ear and hold it against the earwall - you feel this humming and i fall asleep if he does it for more than a minute. Coconut oil or an astringent (for cooling the scalp) is normally used. I get my own oil sometimes and I tip him well so the massage lasts for a good half hour - at fifty rupees it's a bargain. Running your fingers like a widetoothed comb through the hair before a massage or during the initial stages in addition to being relaxing ensures equal distriubution of the oil and works as a great stress reliever.
Tara from Notts
When dealing with eczema coconut oil is of a great advantage as it's nourishing and encourages healthy cell renewal.
Sylvia Brooke in Toronto, Canada
I recently had my first Indian Head Massage and basically enjoyed the experience, but at one point the practitioner exerted extreme pressure with her fingers on the upper part of the sides of my skull. First the right side, then the left. Is this standard procedure? I also developed a broken blood vessel in my right eye a few days later and thought it might be related to the massage. Any thoughts?
Sheila Walters, Tyne and Wear
Any recomendations of what oils to use when giving an Indian head massage and client suffers from eczema...?
Bonny Clark LMT , Maine, USA
I am new to this techniqe,and am fasinated by it, and simularities shared with Chinese Qigong massage (head/shoulders/neck). This method is relitivly new to our area, and I am one of of the few theripists offering it. I do have a question I'm wondering if anyone can shed some light on....
In one of my books on Indian Head Masage , called Indian Head Massage, A Practical Guide...by Muriel Burnham-Airey and Adele O'keefe..as well as another booklet I have from the course I took, cautions against treating clients with Hypertension...can any shed light?
Thank you, Peaceful Walking....
Carolyn Bishop, Midhurst, West Sussex.
I have been doing Indian Head Massage now for 5 months two of my clients are pregnant mothers-to-be and the other client of mine suffers from migraines all three of them are benefitting from the massage. I also find that when I am massaging the clients I too get some sort of relaxation out of it for myself and I find myself very calm at the end of the session. I also give myself a head massage at least twice a week and my hair is alway shining and healthy looking.
I fully recommended Indian Head Massage to anyone.
Maggie Russell from Poole, Dorset.
Hi there,
It was a very good read indeed thank you so much. I have done my A & P 2003. And I am just begining IHM at night time. For 20 wks it is 5 case studies and only 1 treatment per person. Is this right? It is only my 2nd week, I am already pulling my hair out with the wording and the book we have to learn from. It seems very misleading most of the time. Help my me if you can. Love, Maggie.
Tracy Nicholson from Newport, Isle of Wight
I am currently studying Indian Head Massage having already studied Swedish Body Massage the year before. I was looking for inspiration before writing an advert for my coursework. I enjoyed reading about your experience and it was great to hear how this wonderful therapy helps your mum. I hope that my new skills will touch the lives of others just like you.
