The Art of Indian Head Massage: Health and Beauty at Your Fingertips

This book lacks some of the organization that other massage books have, i.e., it does have chapters but they don't seem to follow a pattern. It does, however, have some excellent photographs and is quite relaxing to browse through.

Mary Atkinson presents an easy-on-the-eyes instruction manual on the art of Indian Head Massage that is accessable to even those who have never done massage before. Beautiful pictures and artwork and step-by-step instruction help set the stage for a great experience for you, your family and friends, or clients alike. Also includes choices of vegetable and essential oils, relaxation techniques for before and after the treatment, and self-care treatments. This book really seems to embrace a mind/body/spirit philosophy that shows respect and caring for the recipient as well as the caregiver/practitioner.

I got this book as a present and was initially sceptical but I really liked the clear guidelines and nice glossy photographs. I found the case studies useful - particularly dealing with headaches and massaging your children. My children love giving me head massages now, and following the photographs. It's refreshingly non-cranky but it does have some spiritual info too.