A Brief History

Developed from the ancient science of Ayurveda, the oldest recorded medical system in existence, Indian Head Massage has been practised in India for thousands of years. These ancient texts taught that the body was 'the shrine of the spirit' and the mind, body and spirit are all connected. In today's busy times, it is easy to forget that stress and anxiety can lead to physical illness.

Traditionally, a family/social activity in India, where the women massaged each other and their children, who in turn are taught to massage the younger children. Mothers massage their babies from birth as an important part of the baby's development. Barbers also practise a form of head massage as part of their service to male clients.

The Benefits

As well as being enjoyable and relaxing, Indian Head Massage has many benefits to the mind and body, working on both a physical and mental level. Physically it helps to stimulate all the systems of the body - immune, nervous, respiratory, endocrine, circulation, muscular, skeletal and lymphatic. Mentally it helps the mind to relax, instilling a sense of peace and tranquillity allowing vital energy to restore and renew, thus assisting the body to self-heal.

What is it good for?

• Improved circulation and lymphatic drainage to the head, neck, face, upper back and shoulders
• Deep relaxation and feeling of total well-being
• Relief from headaches/migraine
• Muscle relaxation to the head, face, neck and shoulder area
• Stimulates hair growth
• Improved concentration and memory
• Relief from stress and anxiety
• Improves sleep patterns - insomnia
• Alleviates eye strain
• Healthier skin
• Improved self esteem

Indian Head Massage is a unique and satisfying experience. It gives you time exclusively for you, without interruption. A time when you are treated with total sensitivity and understanding, where your needs are paramount.

At Ananda Healing our main focus is you. Although we are a business, we are not time-driven, or focused solely on money. We simply focus on what you, our clients, need. Our goal is to ensure that you receive the right treatment(s) for you.

All our therapists are fully qualified and insured in their respective therapies. They are members of recognised bodies in their respective therapies, and are committed to ongoing training to provide the most benefit to our customers.

We were incredibly proud to be voted the Best Health and Beauty company in Crawley in 2008. Our thanks to all our wonderful supporters who voted for us.

If you are unsure as to the suitability of treatments for your particular case, please feel free to contact us to discuss your wants and needs.