Reflexology

Who can benefit from Reflexology ?

 
Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. 

Reflexology helps us to cope on a physical, mental and emotional level thereby encouraging us to heal and maintain health in all areas of our lives.


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 healthy balance.



 

Reflexologists do not claim to cure, diagnose or prescribe.


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, and effective therapy.

 
With ever increasing levels of stress, it is important people take more responsibility for their own health care needs.



What happens when I go for Reflexology Treatment?

 
On the first visit, the reflexology practitioner will have a preliminary talk 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 the effect of the therapy are unique to each person.


A professionally trained reflexologist can detect subtle changes in specific points on the feet, and by working on these points may affect the corresponding organ or system of the body.


A treatment session usually lasts for about one hour. A course of treatment may be recommended depending on your body’s needs. 

What is Reflexology ? 

 
Whilst the art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, it wasn’t until 1913 that Dr William Fitzgerald introduced this therapy to the West as ‘zone therapy’. He noted that reflex areas on the feet and hands were linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone.

 
In the 1930’s Eunice Ingham further developed this zone theory into what is now known as reflexology. She observed that congestion or tension in any part of the foot is mirrored in the corresponding part of the body.


Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which works on the feet to help heal the whole person not just the prevailing symptoms.


Julie Beales is a member of The Association of Reflexologists.

 

The Association was founded in 1984. It arose from a need to establish standards and to provide a network of qualified practitioners to which the public could refer with confidence.


The aim of the Association is to help maintain a high standard of practice and patient care and to promote reflexology. Members are bound by the Association’s Codes of Practice and Ethics.


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How will I feel after a Reflexology Treatment?

 
After one or two treatments your body may respond in a very definite way. Most people note a sense of well-being and relaxation: sometimes people report feeling lethargic, nauseous or tearfull, but this is transitory and is a part of the healing process.


This is vital information to feed back to the reflexologist as it shows how your body is responding to treatment. This will help the reflexologist to tailor a treatment plan specific to your needs.