Reflexology
About Reflexology
REFLEXOLOGY is a specialised type of hand/ foot massage. The reflexologist will use her hands to stimulate certain points/ reflexes that have been "mapped out onto" the hands/feet. This encourages a flow of energy to its corresponding body part, which in turn encourages the body to rebalance itself/ activates the healing process. It is a very relaxing treatment that helps to calm and relax both the body and the mind. It does not claim to cure but rather helps the body to heal itself. It is not a diagnostic treatment. As this treatment requires no clothing to be removed besides socks and shoes it is ideal for children and helps to reinforce positive touch. Reflexology can be used safely alongside standard healthcare to promote better health for clients.
What Conditions Can Reflexology Help?
It is considered to be a " balancing treatment" and seems to work well for any condition involving congestion and/or inflammation. For example:
Headaches/ migraine,
Sinus problems
Skin problems like eczema
Digestive problems like IBS
Period and infertility problems
As a treatment it is deeply relaxing working well to calm anxiety. Reducing stress in people’s lives can be key in optimising good health and building resilience.
I am passionate about women's health and supporting them through whichever stage of life.
REFLEXOLOGY FOR CONCEPTION AND PREGNANCY aims to optimise the health and well-being of clients. Sessions can help reduce the stress and anxiety that is often associated with trying to conceive whether naturally or with allopathic treatments such as IVF. Pregnancy can bring many physical and emotional changes, reflexology can be a great support to help you through these transitions. Reflexology techniques will be adapted for different stages and can be enjoyed throughout pregnancy and as a preparation for labour.
REFLEXOLOGY FOR MENOPAUSE. Offers additional reflexology techniques and lifestyle advice for supporting women going through peri-menopause and menopause. Helping to empower women to be the best they can be at this time
MINDFUL REFLEXOLOGY aims to support clients suffering with stress, anxiety and depression. Good mental health can bring big benefits to your physical health and quality of life.
REFLEXOLOGY & ONCOLOGY, Refloxology is one of the most popular choices of complementary therapy among people with cancer. Many clients find it helps them to cope with stress and anxiety as well as helping to relieve pain and to lift their mood.
REFLEXOLOGY LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE (RLD) is a reflexology technique that focuses on stimulating the lymphatic reflexes. This sequence has been developed and researched by Sally Kay while she was working in cancer care. I have been fortunate enough to be trained by Sally and have found that RLD has added a whole new dimension to my work.
It is a very gentle treatment which aims to stimulate/activate the lymphatic system which has numerous functions some of which included destroying damaged cells, fighting infection and removing excess fluid from body tissue.
In addition to its great success in improving secondary lymphodema, RLD may also benefit autoimmune conditions such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions such as premenstrual syndrome.
There is no cure for lymphodema however simple steps can be taken to help limit it from developing or getting worse, these include skincare, mild exercise, compression, MLD and RLD.
