What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a science that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas on the feet and hands that correspond to all the body parts. It is a holistic therapy treating the whole person rather than looking at any one specific symptom. The reflexologist sees the foot as a map of the body starting at the toes, which hold the reflexes to the head, working down the sole of the foot to access all the reflexes to the body parts.
However, not all reflexes are on the sole of the foot (or the palm of the hand). Both the top of the foot and the back of the hand have vital reflexes which address parts of the body such as the lymph system and chest area.
Using either finger or thumb pressure to access specific reflexes, the reflexologist is able to stimulate the body's natural healing and create homeostasis (balance).
All age groups can benefit from reflexology, from tiny babies to the very elderly and infirm. Amongst the benefits are:
- Deep relaxation
- Relief of stress and tension
- Improved blood supply
- Unblocking of nerve impulses
- Detoxification
This treatment also includes a basic iridology examination to establish any predispositions you may hold with regard to your health and fitness. The irides (pronounced eye-rid-ese) are unique to you and they reveal your body's constitution - that is the factors that make you YOU; your essential make up. Your constitution defines your health predispositions - not as predictions but as guidelines to your body's innate mode of response.
What to expect
On your first visit, for which you should allow 75 minutes, we will discuss some aspects of your health and lifestyle. After this you will relax in a recliner chair in comfortable and calm surroundings.
You will be entirely in control of the session and you may choose to converse, ask any questions relating to the treatment, or, if you prefer, you may close your eyes and just relax. You may be asked, from time to time, if you are experiencing any tenderness on the foot reflexes.
At the end of the session you will be given a short while to rest and asked not to drive for at least 15 minutes. This is because of the deep relaxation that reflexology can produce in the body.
