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WHAT IS REFLEXOLOGY AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

Reflexology is a science that is based around the principal that “there are reflex points on the feet that correspond to every organ, gland and part of the body” (IIR).  It is referenced through history as far back as 4000BC in China.  It was through the work of Eunice Ingham that the therapy became more prominent and has its modern day format.  She stated that “stimulating these reflexes properly can help many health problems in a natural way, just like preventative maintenance” (Eunice Ingham).

WHAT WILL MY FIRST SESSION BE LIKE?

We will spend some time working through a series of questions about your lifestyle and current and past medical issues.  We will talk about what you want to achieve through the sessions, and I will advise how many sessions you may need and what maintenance program may be required.  We will then start the reflexology session, where you will lie back on a reclining chair and your feet will be put on a pillow for your comfort.  I will then start working your feet with various movements including thumb and finger walking.  Don't worry about your feet being ticklish as there is  relatively firm pressure.  As you relax, your body temperature may fall so I have a range of blankets you can use to keep yourself warm and snug.  If you would like, we can play some relaxing music to help create a calm atmosphere.  At the end you can have a gentle massage of your feet with moisturiser and I will then advise you on aftercare and when we should next meet.

DO YOU TREAT PATIENTS WITH SEVERE HEALTH PROBLEMS?

Reflexology can be used with many severe conditions and is a successful complementary practice to go alongside modern medicine.  It encourages improvements in blood flow and nerve impulses, allowing the body to normalise and promote healing.

If you are at all worried about its impacts please contact me to discuss your concerns and, of course, consult your doctor or consultant.

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