What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a focused pressure technique, usually directed at the feet or hands. It is based on the premise that there are zones and reflexes on different parts of the body which corresponds to and are relative to all parts, glands and organs of the entire body.

How Does It Work?

When the reflexes are stimulated, the body’s natural electrical energy works along the nervous system to clear any blockages in the corresponding zones. A reflexology session seems to break up deposits (felt as a sandy or gritty area under the skin) which may interfere with this natural flow of the body’s energy.

Manipulating specific reflexes removes stress, activating a parasympathetic response in the body to enable the disharmonies to be released by a physiological change in the body. With stress removed and circulation improved, the body is allowed to return to a state of homeostasis.

Homeostasis is the “automatic” process that the body incorporates to bring it back to the “normal” state

What Are The Benefits?

Reduces effect of Stress and Tension by creating a feeling of well being.
Improves flow of nerve impulses and blood circulation to enhance healing.
Stabilizes under-active or over-active organ function and nurtures the body to homeostasis.
Complements all other healing modalities and therapy.

Length of Treatments

A complete session on both feet is always performed. Depending upon the reflexologist’s level of experience and the client’s requirements, sessions will last between 30 to 60 minutes.

Pressure

Reflexes are worked according to the body’s requirements. Stress removal is the first priority; followed by enhanced circulation with attention paid to reflexes relative to the body requirements. Pressure exerted by the reflexologist usually ranges from 0 to 10 or 20 pounds. Common sense dictates when less pressure is required.

Who Can Benefit From Reflexology?

There is no discrimination in this therapy as it is non-invasive in its application and thereby complements all other treatments and therapies. People of both sexes and all age groups, from seniors to babies, can benefit positive results from reflexology. Reflexology can be applied as a preventive therapy and also as a complementary therapy in case of existing medical conditions being treated by another form of medicine.