Reflexology - how to make the most of your treatment.

1. It is a good idea to remove nail varnish from toe nails prior to treatment as the health of your                nails will need to be examined at the start of treatment.
2. Treatment will include consultation and foot reading (at least 15 minutes during first                              appointment) application of pressure to reflex areas on your feet along with foot massage at                 beginning and end of treatment.
3. You may be given some suggestions for self-treatment or changes to diet or exercise between treatments but this is optional.
4. For best results, a course of 6 treatments is recommended. Once you are prepared to take an active approach to improving your health, you will soon feel so much better.
5. If you have any immediate health concerns you should outline these during your booking .
6. Some medical conditions may need doctors’ consent prior to treatment.

If any of the following medical conditions apply to you now or in the past please discuss it with your therapist prior to treatment to ensure that you receive the best possible care and advice.

Medical Conditions that  require Consent prior to your  Reflexology Treatment.

• Heart conditions
• Asthma
• Blood Clot – Thrombosis
• Diabetes
• Kidney infections
• Blood Pressure –Low/ High
• Cancer
• Inflamed Vein – Phlebitis
• Epilepsy
• Pregnancy – During 1st Trimester
• Nerve Pain (e.g. Sciatica)
• Joint disorders (Arthritis)
• Nervous/Psychotic Disorders e.g. Depression/Bipolar Illness

7. If you are being medically treated or have been treated previously for any of the conditions listed you should discuss with your therapist prior to appointment.  Your therapist will determine if reflexology is appropriate for you at this time or if medical consent is required in advance. In all cases you will be required to give your consent for treatment to proceed.
8. As a general guideline if you are in the midst of fever or severe pain or have an infectious disease it advised to wait until these conditions have cleared before proceeding with treatment.
9. Cancellation requires minimum of 24 hours notice.

Reflexology is perfect to reduce anxiety and improve balance.

Reflexology

What is reflexology?
Reflexology is the application of specific pressure to specific parts of the feet, known as reflexes, which correspond to all the systems and parts of the body. Reflexology has been shown to be highly beneficial in restoring balance in body and mind and for this reason is very popular for maintaining balance during times of stress by relieving tension.

Reflexology can be adapted for use during pregnancy and cancer care and is very popular with couples who have fertility concerns.

Reflexology is a holistic treatment, meaning that the person’s lifestyle and well-being are taken into consideration when doing the assessment and deciding on the treatment.

Reflexology enables the body's natural healing processes to promote wellness.

Reflexology is an ancient practice discovered in China, Egypt and the Far East that consists of massaging and squeezing on parts of the feet or other areas of the body to promote improved health and well-being.

It has been used in China since 2704 B.C. to compliment other natural healing methods while stimulating your recovery. It is more than just a foot massage as its therapeutic effects are numerous.

How does it work?

Through a gentle yet effective therapy, foot massage reflexology relieves tension and clears blockages by stimulating sensory receptors in the nerve fibers of the foot. As a result, energy is produced that branches to the spinal cord where it is dispersed throughout the entire nervous system. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet.

A foot massage reflexology session greatly relaxes the body, thereby reducing any constriction of blood vessels and improving circulation. In turn, it helps to break up and dissolve crystal deposits caused by an excess of uric acid, which has built up in the body and settled in the feet.

What are the benefits of Reflexology?

During a foot massage reflexology treatment, endorphins are released into the bloodstream, easing aches and pains, promoting a feeling of deep relaxation and balance in those treated.

Reflexology helps restore and maintain the bodies’ natural equilibrium and encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance.

Through much research and analysis, foot massage reflexology treatments have been shown to assist in conditions such as:

•Encourage the body to heal any current disorders

•Relieves the effects of stress

•Improves the immune system

•Relieves pain

•Hormonal imbalances

•Migraine headaches

•Arthritis

•Digestive disorders

•Blood Pressure

•Encourages better circulation

•Improves bowel movement

•Eliminates waste products from the body

•Clears the body of toxins

•Improves nerve stimulation

•Promotes general relaxation

•Creates stronger bonds with children

•Promotes basic hands-on human interaction

•Assists post-operation recovery by decreasing pain and increasing healing

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