Reflexology – More than just a foot massage! Reflexology is a subtle way to bring balance to your body.
Have you ever had a foot massage, fallen asleep and woke up feeling relaxed? Energized? or felt some relief from your pain?
Give yourself the gift of Reflexology!
REFLEXOLOGY HISTORY
Reflexology has been practiced for centuries in many cultures – Egyptian, Indian, and Chinese before being introduced to North America by Dr. William Fitzgerald who called it Zone Therapy. Dating back to 2330 B.C. the first record of Reflexology was found in an Egyptian physician’s tomb. Traces of “foot work” also appear in other cultures such as China, India and Europe – going back thousands of years indicating no one culture having invented it. Researchers believe that the art of Reflexology is well over 5,500 years old. Today’s methods are based on the work of Dr. William Fitzgerald who studied the art of “pressure therapy” in Europe and pioneered “Zone Therapy” in the U.S.A. and that of Eunice Ingham who systematized and popularized the therapy in the 1930’s. Research is ongoing to prove its benefits – may help with low back pain, sciatica, constipation, and fertility – to name a few.
HOW DOES REFLEXOLOGY WORK?
HOW DOES REFLEXOLOGY WORK?
Reflexology is based on the premise that there are reflex points in the hands, feet and ears which, via nerve pathways of the nervous system (Western Medicine) and/or meridians (Eastern Medicine) are related to every part, organ and gland of the body. According to the American Journal of Medicine, stress is known to cause over 80% of all disease. Reflexology reduces stress automatically during a session, causing chemical changes to occur at the cellular level throughout the body. Through systematic pressure and stimulation of these reflexes the body is assisted to return to a state of natural balance (homeostasis). In the process, endorphins (natural pain-killers – “happy hormones”) are released, your parasympathetic system puts you into a very relaxed place, and increased blood and lymphatic circulation results in increases in oxygen and immune levels. All of this helps to restore balance to all systems of the body, making you feel good!
WHAT IS A TYPICAL REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT LIKE?
WHAT IS A TYPICAL REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT LIKE?
A typical treatment is 45 minutes to 60 minutes long and begins with a consultation about your health and lifestyle.
You are then asked to remove your shoes and socks and sit comfortably in a reclining chair or lie on a massage table. Once you are comfortable, your therapist commences your Reflexology session. At the end the session, lotion or an essential oil is applied to the feet if you wish. The client is offered a glass of water or juice after the treatment to help with the cleansing process that may be started during the treatment. Once you feel totally awake you can leave and walk out with feel that feel like “little pillows”.
HOW WILL I FEEL AFTERWARDS?
HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER MY REFLEXOLOGY SESSION?
Your feet will feel like “little pillows” – light and relaxed. You will feel calmer or perhaps have a sensation of having more energy. Everyone is different – some feel tired, some feel terrific! You will receive a call the next day asking how you feel so that the therapist can offer suggestions to assist you by answering any questions you may have regarding your session.
WHY DO PEOPLE BOOK A REFLEXOLOGY SESSION?
YOUR POSSIBLE BENEFITS FROM A REFLEXOLOGY SESSION …
- stress and stress-related conditions
- tension headaches
- arthritis
- insomnia
- hormonal imbalances
- sports injuries
- menstrual disorders, such as PMS
- digestive problems such as constipation
- back pain