reflexology

Our feet act as a kind of map or mirror of our whole bodies, representing all the organs and structures, thus serving as a way of relieving their complaints and maladies.

It's a particularly useful way of treating bed-ridden or otherwise immobile people, as well as those who might have a phobia about massage. For people who have experienced physical trauma, and who may therefore be very wary of any physical treatments, this can also be a gentle and effective way of bringing calm and relief. Since no fancy equipment is needed it can be practised anywhere – in the home, in hospitals as well as in the clinic. 

Treatment by massage of the feet is a dynamic and energetic therapy. Like aromatherapy, it serves to re-balance our physical, emotional and spiritual being.

What I love about using reflexology is that it is gentle and non-invasive. The client only needs to take off their shoes and socks. I often do what I call a 4-footed massage with parent and child when working on certain issues.  This is often a great introduction for children to the world of massage. I find it is also a fabulous way to conclude an EFT session. 

Whilst the art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, this therapy was not introduced  to the Western world until the early 20th Century by Dr William Fitzgerald. In the 1930s, Eunice Ingham further developed this zone therapy into what is known as reflexology.