Wellness Blog

3/23/2022

5 Ways Reflexology Can Benefit you!

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What is REflexology?

Reflexology is the study, science, and art of applying pressure to areas of the feet (and/or hands) to trigger a response in the rest of the body. It has been used for thousands of years across multiple cultures. Like traditional bodywork, reflexology provides relaxation. Sometimes a deeper, more fulfilling kind of relaxation. The theory behind reflexology is that our feet and our hands mirror the rest of our body. An area of tension in the foot has a direct correlation to a specific part in the body. There is a multitude of nerve endings, bones, and muscles in the feet that, like the rest of the body, can be compressed, misaligned, or tight.

Here are 5 ways Reflexology can benefit YOU!

1. Deep Relaxation
2. Increased Circulation

Poor circulation not only affects blood flow but also lymph fluid. Often, poor circulation is characterized by cold extremities, starting with the hands and feet. Build up of calcium and uric acid presents itself as small grit-like clusters in the foot.

3. Aids Digestion

The feet mirror the rest of the body – muscles, joints, organs. Therefore, working the digestive tract reflexes in the feet can help relieve constipation, IBS/Crohn's/post-colon cancer symptoms.

4. Post-Surgery/Injury

More often than not, the area is not supposed to be disturbed post-surgery. Or if massage is medically cleared, it's painful and the body is protective of the area. Reflexology allows access to those sensitive locations without triggering disruption to the healing process.

5. Trauma/Emotional Release

Trauma, emotional and physical, sends the body into protective mode. Regardless of if it happened yesterday or decades prior. Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive touch. Sometimes, traditional bodywork is overwhelming to the senses and can send the body into a fight or flight response. Reflexology can give a small comfort in that the client can remain fully clothed and open communication is welcome and encouraged.

Sessions OFfered:

+15 Min. Reflexology Enhancement
30 Min Reflexology Treatment
60 Minute Reflexology Session
- 1 hour: Reflexology sessions should ideally be a full hour. Like a traditional bodywork session, in order to work/assess everything an hour gives enough time for a thorough assessment and focus to problem areas.
Reflexology Combo Journey (90 min./2 hr. options)
- 1 ½ hour: consists of an hour on the feet and 30 minutes as a follow-up/confirmation. The 30 minutes would be used to either focus on an area of concern as shown in the feet or an area chosen by the client.
- 2 hour: consists of one hour reflexology and one hour full body massage, typically in that order.

Learn More about Reflexology!