Our feet are microcosms or maps of our entire bodies.  They contain thousands of tiny nerves called reflexes which correspond to every organ and system within the body.  Simply pressing on these reflex points can create amazing results.  Reflexology reduces stress revitalizes and balances energy and creates an overall sense of well-being.

 

Reflexology does not replace trained health professionals.  If you suspect you have some form of major health problem it is important to consult an appropriate health professional.  Reflexology can compliment any treatment you are presently participating in.

 

Reflexology works to help the body heal itself, alleviates pain, clears your body of unwanted and harmful toxins and boost your immune system!

 

How Reflexology works: 

 

 Your body is divided into 10 vertical zones.  Each zone corresponds to the 10 toes that run all the way up to the top of the head.  Therefore, every organ, muscle, gland, valve, etc. that lies with a zone can be accessed via's a point or area on the feet.  These pathways  between pressure points and other parts of the body are connected via the nervous system.

 

What are the guiding principles in reflexology:  

 

  Reflexologist do not heal clients, the body repairs itself through pressure being applied to the reflex points found in the client's feet that correspond to an area in the body.  Reflexology is a non-invasive treatment to complement your current medical care.  A treatment  attempts to release congestion or stress in the nervous system which allows the body to do what it needs to help it heal itself. 

 

Some people confuse reflexology with massage. 

 

While both massage and reflexology use touch, the approaches are different.

      Massage is the systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the body using

      specific techniques (for example, tapping, kneading, stroking, and friction) to

      relax the muscles.

 

      Reflexology focuses on reflex maps and points and areas of the body in the feet,

      hand, and ears using unique micro movement techniques such as thumb or

      fingers walking and hook and backup to create a response through out the

      body.  Reflex probes may also be used to aid the reflexologist by saving wear

      on the thumb and fingers joints of the reflexologist.

 

In short, massage therapist work "from the outside in", manipulating specific

muscle groups to release tension.  Reflexology practitioners work "from the inside out"  -- stimulating the nervous system to release tension and toxins.

 

Another difference is the client will stay fully clothed in a reflexology treatment,

 except for removing footwear, whereas clients remove clothing for a massage session.

 

 

      + Allows the body to normalize or balance

2.  Who can benefit from Reflexology?

      EVERYONE!  A person does not have to have something wrong in order to benefit from Reflexology.  Not only is it a way to relax the body, it is a way to release blockages that are causing tension and pain in the areas of the body.

3.  When will I feel the effects of treatment?

      Many people experience relief during the session itself and most people feel positive changes immediately following the session.

4.  How long does a session last?

      45 minutes

5.  Does it hurt?

     Reflexology is very relaxing  although you may feel some discomfort in certain areas where there is a blockage of toxins that needs to be broken up so that your body is able to release them.