Hi Hug guy,
Indian head massage is as it says it is, a head massage that incorporates the head, neck, shoulders and back, with its origins from India. It has been passed down for generations and remains a part of most Indian families lives. It came to the west with migrating Indian families and has become a useful part of the many complementary therapies in use today.
It can take as little as 20 minutes or up to 45 mins to an hour. The beauty of this massage is you do not have to remove any clothing to have it performed and you can sit in an ordinary chair. Its main purpose is for relaxation and as it engages the circulation does lend itself to other therapeutic feelings and benefits.
As with any massage it is best to avoid areas where a tumour or operation/treatments have recently presented itself on the body. The massage itself would be no more irritating, or move any form of the cancer around the body, than if you were regularly exercising or moving around on a daily basis.
As with any treatment you wish to undertake it is always best to consult your doctor.
I hope this has been of some assistance. We have had many good results with the use of complementary therapies with many of our oncology patients, who are are under medical supervision.
It is certainly very nice and relaxing and should be very comforting if nothing else transpires from a treatment. To get the best benefits please see a qualified therapist.