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Reflexology

Feet

Many people have hang-ups about their feet.  Rather than stand bare foot and proud, their feet remain in socks and shoes all day.  Our feet pound upon pavements, up and down stairs, squeeze into pointy shoes with high heels, dance away and so on.

   Our feet reveal a lot about our personalities and our physical selves. Little toes as our younger selves remain hidden away, second toes may be oppressed as with our creativity and long, tall people have long feet; short and round people have shorter and rounder toes.

What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a holistic complementary therapy.  It utilises specialised massage techniques on the feet. It is suitable for all ages and helps to correct imbalances and restore the body’s energy flow. It is based on the concept that all the important elements of the body have reflexes that are located on the feet (or hands).  These reflexes are believed to correspond with the main systems of the body, in terms of the organs, the skeletal structure etc and form a microcosm of the human body with the toes representing the head region all the way down to the bottom of the foot representing the pelvic area.  

   Reflexology helps to harmonise the body to a state of peace and balance.  The application of pressure to the various reflexes, using hands, thumbs and fingers stimulates the flow of energy, blood, nutrients and nerve impulses to the corresponding areas.  Studies have shown that it:

• brings about deep relaxation
• helps us to destress
• relieves tension
• improves wellbeing
• is beneficial when complementing mainstream healthcare

Many of us speed through our lives without any time to be still or find peace and quiet. Our feet often ache but because they are so far away from our minds, we ignore them, rushing about until we feel so imbalanced with fatigue and stress that we feel unwell.  Reflexology is a way to let our feet communicate the stresses and strains of our lives and for us to acknowledge these and make changes.

   A course of Reflexology sessions will ensure you take time out, with your feet up. As your Reflexologist I will inform you of any imbalanced reflexes that I find and I will work to rebalance them.  Many people report that their feet feel much better after a reflexology session and it isn’t until afterwards that they realise how tense and stiff their feet were.

     The first session will include

a) a consultation to take your medical history and lifestyle and,

b) the reflexology treatment itself combined with foot massage.  

I will need to know about certain health conditions which may affect how I give the Reflexology treatment to you and in particular any cautions or contraindications.  

     Reflexology is very non-intrusive. All that you will be asked to remove are your shoes and socks - the rest of your clothes stay on. You lie down on a recliner or couch or sit down with your feet up on a foot stool so that I can access your feet. I ask that on the day of your session you wash your feet with your regular cleanser and water, although they will also receive a cleansing as part of your pre-treatment.

    I will observe and discuss any obvious imbalanced reflexes.  I will then work on your  reflexes using special techniques with my thumbs, fingers and hands. Your feet may feel sore and tender if I find an area that is out of balance but this discomfort will be fleeting as I rebalance. Some clients feel very relaxed during the treatment (although it is ideal to remain awake so that we can discuss and react to what I am finding). I will ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. At the end of the Reflexology treatment I will once again give your feet another gentle and relaxing foot massage. You will also be given aftercare advice.

Please see the Reflexology Add On here.

REFLEXOLOGY FOR YOUR MIND, BODY AND SOLE!

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I utilise a beeswax-based reflexology balm or corn starch.  I do not use talc (as this is now understood to be a carcinogen).

Reflexology is believed to be of benefit in:

• Sleep issues
• Digestive issues
• Stress-related issues
• Body discomfort

Disclaimer:  Reflexology does not claim  to diagnose, cure nor prescribe.

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