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History
The history of Reflexology dates back 5,000 years to Ancient Egypt, India, China and South America. In 1913 Dr William Fitzgerald introduced 'zone therapy' to the western world. He divided the body into 10 longitudinal zones and discovered applying pressure on areas of the feet within these zones had an effect on other areas and organs within these zones of the body.
In the 1930's Eunice Ingham further developed the zone therapy by carefully mapping the organs of the body to areas of the feet. She noticed how congestion in parts of the feet where mirrored in corresponding parts of the body.
Treatment.
On your first visit, your health and lifestyle will be discussed. Based on this, your preferences and the presenting conditions, a suitable treatment plan will then be determined.
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The treatment will begin by examining the feet and a providing a gentle massage. Pressure will be applied to the feet in a systematic sequence. During this time any specific changes in the texture and feel in the feet will be noted by the reflexologist. This may indicate issues for the corresponding organ or systems of the body associated with that area of the foot. Careful application of pressure to these areas can relieve the tension and blockages. Following the treatment a final foot massage is performed to calm and relax the body. The treatment will usually last between 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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Will it hurt?
Reflexology should not hurt. The pressure applied is firm, but not painful. No tools or instruments are used. Occasionally an area of the foot will be found to be tender. This often indicates an issue in another part of the body and will be treated.
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Aftercare
Most people note a sense of well being and relaxation following a treatment. However some people also report a feeling of lethargy and nausea. This is caused by toxins in the body being release during the treatment and should be taken as a good sign the body is healing itself. It is important to drink plenty of water in the days following a treatment. This will help to flush any toxins out of the body and reduce any subsequent ill effects. |
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