Reflexology

What is reflexology?

Reflexology is a hands-on method of restorative therapeutic bodywork.

Reflexology is not massage. It is similar in manner to acupressure and acupuncture (without needles, of course!).

When you feel stressed or tense, your body’s natural energy flow is blocked. When this energy – called “Qi” – is blocked, your body finds itself in a less than optimal state.

This in turn can lead to stress, anxiety, and illness.

The goal of reflexology is to support your body’s attempt to rest and restore.

Doing so promotes your body to function at its natural, optimal state. (Though it is important to note that reflexology is not used to diagnose or cure disease.)

The role of the reflexologist

As a reflexologist, I study pressure points in the body. These pressure points “map” to different parts of your body’s systems, including glands and organs.

I understand how to “read” these maps. During a treatment I apply specific amounts of pressure to specific areas of the body to achieve relaxation. This can be beneficial to your health and general well-being.

How is reflexology performed?

During treatment, physical pressure is applied to specific areas of the body.

Pressure may be applied to your feet, hands, face, ears, or lower leg (among others).

I often start a reflexology session by applying pressure – or a hold – to your feet. This helps you to let go of built up tension, and to start to relax on the table.

The pressure used during treatment ranges from gentle to deep.

For example, your treatment may involve deep pressure followed by light pressure, then some stretching.

You may find I hold an area in a stretch for up to five minutes if the muscle needs to release tension. Or guide you through a gentle stretch to bring movement where there was limitation.

Establishing a sense of touch

The exact amount of pressure used depends on your needs at the time of treatment. Throughout your session, I listen closely to how you physically and verbally respond to my touch.

This touch, along with your feedback, determines the direction your treatment will take.

During a reflexology treatment you are clothed, either sitting or lying down. Oils are not used during a reflexology treatment.

Benefits of reflexology

As I mentioned earlier, reflexology is all about specific pressure applied to specific areas of the body.

When pressure is applied, a physiological change in the body occurs.

This physical act of applying pressure helps to reduce stress and provide relief from tension.

During my 20+ years of practicing, I have witnessed first-hand the benefits of reflexology time and time again. Clients tell me how much better they feel after nearly every session.

Client feedback after reflexology

After a reflexology treatment, my clients most commonly report feelings of:

• Increased relaxation
• Reduced stress
• Better moods and fewer mood swings

More specifically, clients have told me that reflexology has helped them to:

• Improve circulation and digestion
• Lessen musculoskeletal pain, including back problems
• Reduce arthritic pain
• Ease anxiety and insomnia

Get started with reflexology

Ready to hear a bold claim?

I have been practicing reflexology for over two decades (that's a lot of treatments!)...

And without exception my clients have found the experience of reflexology deeply satisfying.

Is it time that you gave reflexology a try?

All you need to do is click the button below to schedule a reflexology treatment online. (If you’re more of a phone person, just call the clinic at 416.482.4137.)