Scalp massage is an Indian treatment as old as the hills. It is so ancient and its results are so positive that it has been given the status of a tradition in most households. Still performed on a weekly basis, it is part of many sacred rituals and the way the festival day begins in almost every household in the subcontinent.
This massage is proven for its goodness in improving blood circulation and relieving stress in adults as well as enhancing concentration and memory power in school going children. It is also specially recommended for re-growth of hair in case of cancer patients.
In the first treatise on Ayurveda, written over 2,000 years ago, the Ayurvedic physician Charaka wrote, “He who regularly applies oil to his head does not suffer from headache, baldness, graying of hair, nor does his hair fall. His head and The strength of the forehead makes his hair black, long and dark, his senses function properly, the skin of his face glows, applying oil on the head gives sound sleep and happiness.
Head massage has been a part of Indian culture since ancient times. Much research has been done about the history of this treatment. Apart from being a historical part of Indian culture, it has also become a staple across the world. Not long ago, it was adopted as part of a luxurious hair treatment at hair salons and spas throughout the United States as well as in most other countries.
In ancient days, Indian mothers used to do weekly head massages for their children and other family members. The belief was that this practice could help improve memory and concentration, which in turn could lead to a more productive child in school and at home. Indian mothers often strategically apply this treatment every Sunday, in the hope that their children will be able to concentrate better on their studies during the coming school week. Improving memory power was one of the most important and obvious reasons for Indian mothers to indulge in this weekly routine.
In recent times new benefits of head massage have been discovered. In addition to the hopes of improving memory, theories of general health and well-being benefits have emerged. These medical benefits include relief from migraines, sleep disorders, stress and stress-related symptoms. While not completely proven to be true for everyone, some cancer patients and medical professionals believe that scalp massage helps with hair re-growth after chemotherapy-related hair loss.
Hair stylists, hair care professionals and salons around the world also agree that scalp massage has its benefits. She believes that by giving clients these relaxing and enjoyable massages, her clients’ hair will be more nourished and conditioned. Like some medical professionals, hair care professionals also believe that scalp massage can stimulate hair growth. Most people agree that a scalp massage is their favorite part of a hair treatment, as they find it relaxing, soothing and calming. Regardless of your belief in the ancient principles behind scalp massage, it can still be a great practice to simply de-stress after a hard day at work!
Source by Ani Miryala
