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Reflexology
Some of the benefits of reflexology are:
Relaxation
Release of tension
Aids sleep
Improved mood
Promotes wellbeing
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Reflexology is a holistic therapy.
Using different techniques, the reflexologists' thumb and fingers are used to apply alternating pressure to stimulate reflexes to relieve tension and balance the mind, body and spirit.
Reflexology is based on a theory that these reflexes relate to organs, glands and systems of the body and can encourage self-healing over time.
Reflexology is suitable for all ages can be practiced alongside any conventional medication or treatment.
Reflexologists cannot cure or diagnose health conditions and reflexology should not be used as an alternative to seeking medical advice.
The Association of Reflexologists have created a video for more information:
What is Reflexology
History of Reflexology
Modern reflexology is based on an ancient form of therapy. There is evidence of a form of hand and foot therapy being practiced in China as long ago as 4,000 B.C.E. In addition, a papyrus rendering of pictograph from the Tomb of the Physician, Ankhmahor, Saqqara, 2323 B.C.E. depicts two figures giving what could be a hand and foot treatment. The hieroglyphs above the scene can be interpreted to say "give me strength" and "do not cause pain".
Pioneering work continued through to the 19th Century when Dr William Fitzgerald developed Zone Therapy. Eunice Ingham, a physiotherapist, extended the work of Dr Fitzgerald and painstakingly mapped the feet with all the corresponding organs and glands of the body. Reflexology practices used today are accredited to Eunice Ingham, "The Mother of Reflexology" who dedicated her life to reflexology developing the foot map used today.
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