What
is reflexology?
Leading a busy lifestyle eventually takes its toll on the
body, and you often end up feeling run down, lethargic and
being vulnerable to colds, infections, muscular tension,
etc.
A reflexology treatment is an ideal way of coping with this
as it will:
immediately
relax you and reduce your stress levels
trigger your body’s own healing mechanisms and boost your
immune system
improve your circulation and stimulate the lymphatic system
to
help cleanse your body of toxins
encourage a state of balance, particularly in relation to
the nervous system and endocrine system
revitalise your energy
give you an hour of essential ‘time out’ completely to
yourself!
Reflexology is a therapy based on the theory that all the
organs, glands and systems of the body have corresponding
reflex points in the feet and hands, so that they are like
mini maps of the body. By stimulating these reflexes, a
treatment can clear congestion in a particular area and
maintain a healthy balance in mind and body.
It is a deeply relaxing and calming experience. A regular
reflexology treatment is a good form of preventative
medicine because it can reach an area of pain or tension
before it becomes chronic.
Reflexology was first practised by the ancient Egyptians
dating back to 2300 BC. Chinese medicine has used
reflexology for many centuries. Modern reflexology was
developed by Eunice Ingham, an American physiotherapist, in
the 1930s.
