Reflexology

Reflexology is a non-intrusive complementary health therapy worked mainly on the feet and hands.

It involves applying pressure and massaging reflex points which correspond to specific parts of the body. This is to encourage healing and to relieve stress and tension. It is also used by many to maintain general health and well-being and clients may see benefits from many health conditions.

What are the benefits of Reflexology?

Reflexology can help many aliments including the below:

Reflexology reduces stress, tension, anxiety and relaxes the whole person

Removes congestion in energy pathways and allows the energy to flow more freely

Improves blood and lymph circulation

Helps normalise organ and gland function

Stimulates the body to throw off toxic matter

Revitalizes the body energy

Improves mental alertness and attention span

Provides a feeling of deep relaxation

Improves mood and sleep

May benefit asthma sufferers, depression, digestive disorders, IBS, migraines and many other ailments.

Other Reflexology techniques

Reflexology is beneficial for so many conditions and in so many situations .. check out below examples

RLD

RLD - Reflexology for Lymph Drainage

RLD - description and benefits of Reflexology for Lymph Drainage

Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, many patients who have lymph node removal develop secondary lymphodema.

RLD is a relaxing treatment that can safely treat lymphodema and many auto immune conditions including:

Arthritis
Asthma
Eczema
Chronic Fatigue
Fibromyalgia
ME
Aches & Pains
Premenstrual symptoms
Migraines
Sinus Problems
Muscular tension

It can be used as a standalone treatment or added to standard reflexology session. Hot Stones can also be incorporated for a deeply relaxing treatment

Maternity

Reflexology for Maternity, Fertility and Post Natal Care

Assisting conception

Sometimes couples will find that conception doesn’t happen as quickly or easily as they might have expected. Reflexology has been shown to help this process very successfully and naturally. It can ease the anxieties and pressures when trying to conceive, by helping women to prepare themselves, both emotionally and physically for conception.

Many women claim reflexology as a key to their success in getting pregnant naturally. Potential dads can benefit hugely from enjoying reflexology as part of this process too.

Easing ailments during pregnancy

During pregnancy, reflexology has been shown to help at easing the various symptoms that mums-to-be suffer, such as:

Morning sickness
Digestive problems
Heartburn
Anaemia
General aches and pains

Encouraging natural labour

Reflexology can help to:

Prepare the body for labour by balancing body’s systems especially the endocrine system
It may reduce labour by having regular treatments throughout
Reflexology during labour, can boost energy levels, improve relaxation during contractions and help with pain control
Can be used to either stimulate or sedate regular contractions

Post-natal benefits

After the joy of the new arrival, Reflexology can be used to help with the natural healing processes of the body and mind as they recover from the stresses and strains of bringing a wonderful new life into the world. It will also promote hormonal balance and can therefore help to fight off depression. It has also been shown to help breastfeeding mums with improving milk production and helping the menstrual cycle return to normal in the months after birth.

Benefits for babies

New arrivals can also benefit from reflexology and Bowen. Short, gentle sessions can help to soothe and settle upset tots. Softly stroking the feet helps to relax them and gentle pressure while breastfeeding can help the baby to digest effectively, reducing hiccups and tummy niggles. Baby Bowen is excellent for treating colic,

Pain & Cancer

Reflexology for Pain

Using the Mauricio Kruchik method of treating pain with Reflexology, this includes understanding of pain, mobility, limitations and pain threshold. Treatment can include use of deep pressure and ice to reduce pain and increase mobility

Reflexology for Cancer Care

Reflexology is widely used to support people who are living with cancer. Carers and family members may also benefit from treatments to help them cope with their loved one’s illness.

Reflexology used for Cancer care may help to:

Lessen pain
Reduce nausea & vomiting
Lower fatigue
Improve quality of life
Improve mood
Lessen anxiety, depression & stress
Improve quality of sleep