How to Do an Indian Head Massage

Massage is a great skill to learn. You can help friends and family members release stress and help alleviate pain and discomfort that they may be experiencing. One of the most popular types of massage is the Indian head massage, which many believe to have healing properties. To do an Indian head massage, you must understand the basics and be willing to practice until you get the technique down.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Start with the shoulders and neck. Massage the neck muscles, moving outward to the shoulder area. Begin with light pressure and repeat several times, getting increasingly more firm with each stroke. You can also circle your thumbs around the client's backbone if he is comfortable with it.
2. Roll your forearms on the side of your client's neck. Rotating at your wrists, roll your arms right to left over the shoulders several times to work out any knots or kinks.
3. Massage the scalp. Place your hands on both sides of the client's scalp, massaging as if you are shampooing her hair. Continue to do so several times until you have massaged the entire scalp. Then place one hand at the base of her neck and one hand on her forehead for stability. Using the hand in the back, rub up and down the base of her scalp for several repetitions.
4. Work on the forehead. You should stroke your fingers through the client's hair, ending at the bottom of his forehead. Use your fingers to rub his temples, using small circles with a bit of pressure.

Tips & Warnings

• Set the mood by turning down the lights, playing soft music and burning candles. Offer your client a comfortable place to sit and allow her time to relax and unwind while you perform an Indian head massage on her.
• If your client feels any sort of pain or discomfort, stop immediately.