Reflexology can help you even when you're feeling well. Many clients have regular treatments in order to maintain a balance and homeostasis within the body thus helping to prevent any further health issues. In addition my clients tell me that it is a wonderful way to relax and feel pampered, and to get some rare and important 'you-time'!
I feel better, do I still need reflexology treatment?
How many treatments will I need?
Which conditions do you treat?
What is it like to have a treatment?
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a complementary therapy which involves massaging and applying pressure to specific reflex points of the feet that are believed to correspond with organs and glands within the body. Reflexology can benefit everyone and is a safe effective therapy that can balance and relax the body.
On your first visit I will take a full medical history and we will discuss any specific issues you may be having. Please be assured that I treat all my clients' personal details with the upmost confidentiality. I will then work on your feet by massaging and applying pressure to certain areas. I will also hold specific reflex points using a 'linking' technique to bring about a deep balance within the body.
Any problem areas will feel grainy (like small crystals) to me and this will indicate an imbalance in the corresponding part of the body. There can be a small amount of discomfort in these areas but this is only fleeting and generally the treatment is extremely relaxing and enjoyable.
This is a question I get asked regularly. Everyone is different and there is no standard answer to this question. However, if you have a specific issue that you are hoping to address with reflexology then it is highly likely that you will need a course of treatments. Generally I find that people need at least 4 treatments to start to feel the real benefit of reflexology, this is because reflexology has a cumulative effect and so each treatment builds on the benefits felt from the previous treatment(s).
I advise clients to come for weekly treatments (if possible) to start off with so that we can build on the positive effects of the previous treatment instead of starting from square one each time we see each other. After a period of time (usually 4-6 weeks) treatments can be spaced out to fortnightly and then to monthly and then to as and when you feel the need to come.
I treat each client as an individual and adapt each treatment to relate to their specific needs. I treat a wide variety of health issues ranging from stress and anxiety to back pain and digestive issues. I myself received reflexology in the past whilst trying for a family and strongly believe it played a part in my ability to conceive.
Which products do you use in your treatments?
How will I feel after a treatment?
I use Neal's Yard facial oils which are 100% natural & organic and chemical free and offer anti ageing benefits I have a wide range of products to view, try & purchase in my home treatment room.
Following a treatment you will normally feel very relaxed and calm. Reflexology lets the body restore balance and to create homeostasis – the body's own healing ability. This can create a temporary healing often lasting around 24hrs. This should be seen as a positive sign that healing is taking place, and a temporary phase.
Some examples of possible temporary healing reactions:
- Increased: thirst, urination, excretions
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Aches and pains