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Reflexology can be used for a wide range of conditions – it is not just for people who are suffering from ill health. It is suitable for all ages, and for both men and women. It is an excellent way to relax the body and the mind, a way of giving you time to yourself, and it can be helpful at increasing energy and boosting the immune system.
Reflexology can help the body to achieve or maintain Homeostasis. Homeostasis is the body's ability to maintain normal function and stability. It keeps the body in balance, regulating changes (such as fever, infection,) within the body. Without homeostasis our bodies would be in complete disarray.
Reflexology has shown to be effective for:
Reflexology does not claim to cure, diagnose or prescribe conditions.
There are some circumstances were Reflexology may not be suitable, these are known as contraindications; if relevant these will be discussed with you during your consultation.
Reflexology is a complementary therapy that helps the body to heal itself by applying pressure to zones on the feet in order to treat all areas of the person.
There are over 7000 nerve endings in the feet, each connected to all the different systems and parts within your body. Applying pressure to specific reflex points can stimulate your body's own healing and balancing process whilst also allowing energy (Chi) to flow more freely.
Reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China but developments into this field in the west began in 1913 with Dr William Fitzgerald and his ‘zone therapy’. This was further developed in the 1930’s by Eunice Ingham, the ‘mother’ of reflexology.
