Reflexology

What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a non-invasive natural healing therapy, which is holistic in nature. Holistic therapy is a general term meaning treatment that is therapy for the individuals' body, mind and spirit. Reflexology treats the whole being on various levels. The principles of Reflexology are grounded in a knowledge base that dates to thousands of years, including ancient Egypt, Japan and China.

Essentially, the both feet or hands are treated according to a knowledgebase that includes the therapists understanding of how the energy in our bodies moves in 'meridians' or zones .

What can this therapy treatment do for me?

A trained Reflexologist knows that the body's waste products can form deposits on nerve endings, which in turn can block the natural flow of energy to other parts of the body. For example, our feet alone have over seven thousand nerve endings. The manifestation of deposit blockage can lead to pain or functional limitations elsewhere such as the neck or back. The body's natural healing ability is impaired.

A reflexologist uses finger and thumb techniques, such as walking, sliding, and rotating, to apply gentle to moderate pressure to these points. By stimulating the reflex points on the feet zones and areas of nerve endings to increase blood circulation, which leads to elimination of toxins via the lymphatic circulation path. Thus, help the anatomy of the body is encouraged to heal itself naturally.

Reduction of stress is achieved due to the deep, satisfying relaxation, which usually occurs during treatment. Our emotions are tied to our body feelings and therefore a state of physical relaxation can produce significant reduction of mental stress.

Potential Benefits of Reflexology include promoting relaxation and reducing stress, improving sleep quality, relieving pain such as headaches and back pain, improving circulation, boosting the immune system, alleviating symptoms of conditions like PMS and menopause, aiding digestion, lowering blood pressure, reducing edema (swelling), and enhancing mental clarity and mood 

What to Expect

On your first visit you and your practitioner will discuss what you wish to get out of your therapy. For example, you may discuss relevant information regarding your health history like your injuries, stress, sleep disorder, illness or disease. Problem areas are noted and treatment begins. You will remain fully clothed, sitting or lying down. The session may involve washing your feet, followed by the reflexologist applying light to medium pressure to specific reflex points on your feet or hands

Your treatment is typically 30- 60 minutes long depending on what you and the therapist agree upon. Continued dialogue after the first treatment will give your therapist important information on how your body is responding. The goal is to provide safe and effective treatment, which encourages your body to harmonize imbalances and restore the natural healing paths your body requires.

'Reflexology - Body, Mind and Spirit