The Science of Reflexology

WHAT IS REFLEXOLOGY?
Reflexology is a complimentary therapy which works on the feet to help heal the whole person not just the prevailing symptoms.

HOW CAN REFLEXOLOGY HELP ME?
Reflexology can be used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium. This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own health balance.

It has been shown to be effective for:
Back pain – Migraine – Fertility – Arthritis – Sleep disorders – Sports injuries – Hormonal imbalances – Digestive disorders – Stress related conditions

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM REFLEXOLOGY?
Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. After having completed a course of reflexology treatment for a specific condition, many people find it beneficial to continue with regular treatments in order to maintain health and well being.
While many people use reflexology as a way of relaxing the mind and body and counteracting stress, at the same time many doctors, consultants and other health care professionals recognise reflexology as a well established, respected and effective therapy.
With ever increasing levels of stress, it is important people take more responsibility for their own health care needs. The treatment helps us cope on a physical, mental and emotional level thereby encouraging us to heal and maintain health in all areas of our lives.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I GO FOR A TREATMENT?
On the first visit, the reflexoloy practitioner will have a consultation with you to determine your present and past health and lifestyle.
The reflexologist will then use their hands to apply pressure to the feet. The application and effect of the therapy are unique to each person. A professionally trained reflexologist can detect subtle changes in specific points to the feet and by working on these points may affect the corresponding organ or system of the body.
A treatment session usually lasts for around an hour – A course of treatment is usually recommended depending on your body’s needs.Most people not a sense of well-being and relaxation; sometimes people report feeling lethargic, nauseous or tearful; this is transitory and is a part of the healing process.

from the Association of Reflexologists