What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a massage technique that has roots in many cultural societies from India to Russia. There are pictures in Egypt from the days of the Pharaohs of people giving foot massages. No one knows where it originated from originally, but each country has it's own unique system, steeped in history.
Today is it recognised by many (including the NHS) as a way of bringing the body back into balance. This is achieved by massaging zones on the feet that link to your body's organs and the nervous system.
Today is it recognised by many (including the NHS) as a way of bringing the body back into balance. This is achieved by massaging zones on the feet that link to your body's organs and the nervous system.
Japanese Reflexology system
In western reflexology the therapist uses just the zone map on the feet to help you relax and bring about well-being.
With Asian reflexology not only are the western zones used, but also the acu-points, meridians or energy lines on the feet and legs. A medical history is first taken to establish your traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis.
The treatment starts with a short Shiatsu massage on your back, this helps you to become relaxed and calm your mind. Then, while you are still lying on your front, I work on the meridians on the lower leg may also do some leg stretches to ease any tension in the hips or thighs. Then onto the feet, working the reflex zones and acu-points.
If, for any reason, you find lying on your front uncomfortable, you can have your treatment done while resting on your back.
Please note that during Corona outbreak all foot massages are given while you wear socks.
With Asian reflexology not only are the western zones used, but also the acu-points, meridians or energy lines on the feet and legs. A medical history is first taken to establish your traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis.
The treatment starts with a short Shiatsu massage on your back, this helps you to become relaxed and calm your mind. Then, while you are still lying on your front, I work on the meridians on the lower leg may also do some leg stretches to ease any tension in the hips or thighs. Then onto the feet, working the reflex zones and acu-points.
If, for any reason, you find lying on your front uncomfortable, you can have your treatment done while resting on your back.
Please note that during Corona outbreak all foot massages are given while you wear socks.
Moxa and Reflexology
Moxibustion, if appropriate, is used on certain acu points to open up the meridians, clear deep stagnation and tension.It not only affects the legs and feet but the whole body.
It is made from a herb called Mugwort, and can be bought as smokeless, loose or in cigar shaped rolls.
It is made from a herb called Mugwort, and can be bought as smokeless, loose or in cigar shaped rolls.
How can Reflexology help you?
It is no different from a Shiatsu full body massage. It can help with all the same health & emotional problems.Your decision will be purely based on preference. You may prefer to have a foot massage rather than a full body treatment, the option is yours.