What is Reflexology?
In a nutshell, reflexology is a form of acupressure massage performed mainly on the feet.
Foot massage has been practised for thousands of years in different cultures around the world. Modern reflexology is based on the works of Dr William Fitzgerald and his practise of zone therapy, which focuses on reflex responses and anaesthesia. He was able to show that by applying pressure to a ‘zone’ you can bring about physiological functioning in all parts of the zone treated.
A physiotherapist who worked closely with Dr Fitzgerald went on to develop the first reflexology foot chart, which maps out the location of organs, glands and other areas of the body onto the feet.
How does it work?
Congestion and tension in areas of the body is mirrored in the feet, which allows for symptoms and cause to be treated in a natural and non-invasive way. This makes reflexology a safe treatment that is suitable for everyone.
Your therapist will apply finger pressure to access these different areas, and will be looking at the colour and texture of the feet as well as uric acid deposits and tender spots. Strategic pressure on the feet may help to clear blockage in the associated area and encourage energy to move freely.
What is it good for?
Most find a reflexology session to be deeply relaxing, making it very effective at reducing stress levels, helping related conditions and allowing the whole body to function better. It is well documented that stress inhibits the immune system, so regular sessions may help to sustain and strengthen immune levels and wellbeing. Reflexology aids the self healing process and works on both physical and therapeutic levels. Nerve, blood and lymph systems are invigorated and positively affected.
Some conditions that reflexology may benefit include stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems and other imbalance in the body. It is a wonderfully balancing treatment.
What happens during a treatment?
Your first session will include a detailed consultation to determine the aims of the sessions. You will then be asked to kick your shoes and socks off and relax! Most people find that they’ll close their eyes and drift off.
Sessions usually last 60 minutes, however after your first full length session 45 minutes sessions may be appropriate. San is always happy to combine her skills so you can have reflexology and head massage or a bespoke facial in your session by ideally allowing at least 90 minutes.
Please note that if you have a young child or baby that you think would be able to sit quietly for your session, San is more than happy to accommodate for this.
San always uses natural, organic and fair trade where possible, non-animal tested products which are usually hand made with love!
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To book an appointment please contact The Complementary Health Care Clinic:
01603 665 173 reception@holistic-care.com
