Reflexology is a complementary therapy which treats the whole individual, not just physical symptoms, and it may be helpful for conditions of both emotional and physical origin.This is a complementary therapy which involves a pressure massage on specific areas of the feet or hands which are known as reflex points. These reflex areas on the feet are related to specific parts of the body via energy pathways that run through the body (meridians).
Today's hectic lifestyle puts excessive stress on our bodies and may result in imbalances or blockages in these meridians. The build up of stresses may express itself in the form of disease, chronic exhaustion and fatigue. By exerting a gentle pressure on these reflex points, an imbalance may be detected and by working over these points, blockages can be released and the free flow of energy to the body can be restored. This helps the body to be restored to a natural balance which encourages healing.
Reflexology may help to alleviate the effects of modern day stress by inducing deep relaxation. This may benefit the body to regain a natural balance and encourage a normal function of the nervous system.
What may be the benefits of 1 hour of reflexology?
- Reduces stress and induces deep relaxation
- Improves circulation, cardiovascular and lymphatic
- Cleanses the body of toxins
- Balances the whole system
- Revitalizes energy
- Is suitable for all ages
- Stimulation of key points on the acupuncture meridians
- The benefits of an hours rest, stillness and quiet
- The therapeutic effect of touch in our touch deprived society
- The psychological benefits of an hour's personal attention and care
In the past 7 years I have given reflexology to clients for the following conditions:
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Neck and Back pain
- Headache/migraine
- Respiratory disorders
- Digestive disorder eg IBS
- PMS
- Hormonal imbalance
- Infertility
- Skin disorders eg. psoriasis and eczema
Who can benefit from reflexology?
As reflexology is a safe and gentle therapy it can be used to treat all ages from very young babies to the elderly, women, men, teenagers, and children. I believe Reflexology treatment may reach the recipient on all levels - physical, mental and spiritual, thus no two people will respond identically to reflexology.
My belief is that Reflexology may help clients to cope on a physical, mental and emotional level to modern day stressful lifestyles.
Hand reflexologyFollows exactly the same principals as foot reflexology. The reflex points are completely reflected in the hands in the same way as the feet. A hand treatment usually lasts 30 minutes. Hand reflexology is a great option when clients have problems with their feet which exclude foot reflexology or if they prefer to have their hands touched rather than their feet.
