Reflexology
Reflexology Treatment
Reflexology is a time-honoured treatment that dates back about 5,000 years having emerged in a variety of cultures including Indian, Chinese, Japanese and Native American. Illustrations of Reflexology have even been found in what is known as “The Physicians Tomb” in Egypt (circa 2330 BC).
In the early 1930’s Dr William Fitzgerald, an American Ear, Nose and Throat specialist, introduced the western world to Zone Therapy – a simplified meridian acupuncture therapy. Using this technique was thought to enable therapists to stimulate organs and other areas of the body by applying pressure to specific areas or zones on the hands or feet.
Reflexology and its benefits
Modern day Reflexology is a treatment that is thought by practitioners and clients to provide an avenue for the body to balance itself via the stimulation of pressure points found within the hands, face, feet and ears. This stimulation promotes circulation and can assist in easing impediments within the joints, organs and nerve endings which is thought to stimulate the removal of toxins and improve the body’s energy levels.
Many clients choose Reflexology because of its relaxation benefits. Removing tension held within the feet it assists in the relaxation of the entire body and stimulation of the nerves in the feet causes a deeply relaxing effect, seemingly due to the release of endorphins. The result is a sense of ease in both mood and mind.
Reflexology also encompasses the healing art of touch. When we are upset or not well, a friendly gesture hug or a simple touch to the arm can do much to allay these feelings, so in Reflexology finger pressure to the soles, sides and tops of the feet and possibly face, ears and hands, tends to release tension.
In summary, Reflexology is a holistic treatment that is thought to reduce stress while inducing deep relaxation, improving circulation and revitalising energy and can be a beneficial treatment for a variety of ailments.
Because feet are the foundation of the body, the entire skeletal alignment can also improve when ligaments and muscles within the feet are loosened and released. A vast network of nerves resides in each foot, along with 19 muscles, 107 ligaments, 28 bones and 19 joints.
Proponents of Reflexology continue to maintain that regular treatments could assist towards maintaining a state of good health.
