Foot reflexology

The therapist, by unblocking the body’s energy pathways, improves the flow of energy to the organs corresponding to the reflex points. In this way, the circulation of energy throughout the body is harmonised, providing a path towards restoring balance and health in the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects.

A foot reflexology map provides a visual representation of the body’s reflex points on the feet, on which reflexology is based. It serves as a kind of roadmap to the body’s interconnected systems. By dividing the feet into specific zones, the foot map identifies reflex points that correspond to different organs, glands and parts of the body. Understanding this map is essential to making full use of the potential of reflexology therapy and promoting overall wellbeing. By identifying and manipulating these reflex points, practitioners can address a wide range of physical and emotional conditions, from headaches to digestive problems.

What can foot reflexology help with?

Reflexology provides excellent support before childbirth and during postnatal recovery.
Studies have shown that foot reflexology massage significantly reduces anxiety and pain, shortens the duration of labour, improves childbirth satisfaction, and reduces heart rate and respiratory rate in pregnant women. Learn more.

Foot reflexology:

• is an excellent way to reduce stress and fatigue.
• improves sleep quality and helps regulate sleep patterns – making it an effective way to combat insomnia.
• strengthens the immune system.
• helps reduce pain, including headaches and migraines, menstrual pain, post-operative pain and phantom pain, while also increasing pain tolerance.
• helps people suffering from digestive tract disorders, indigestion and bloating.
• relieves the symptoms of asthma and improves lung function.
• helps reduce back pain, joint pain and inflammation in the body.
• by improving blood circulation, supports the heart and the entire cardiovascular system.
• is a helpful tool for people in need of emotional support, hospice patients and individuals experiencing mental health problems.

How to prepare for your foot reflexology treatment?

Before visiting a reflexologist, it is advisable to prepare your feet by removing any excessive layers of hard skin. This will help increase the effectiveness of the treatment. People with skin conditions affecting their feet should not feel embarrassed, as the condition of the skin on the feet often reflects irregularities within the body. By conducting an initial consultation and assessing the condition of the feet, the reflexologist selects the most appropriate form of therapy.

Contraindications

• Fractures of the feet.
• Open or unhealed wounds.
• Athlete’s foot or other extensive skin conditions affecting the feet.
• Active gout or lymphoma. Extra care and a prior consultation are recommended for:
• People with osteoarthritis affecting the feet or ankles.
• Individuals with vascular conditions affecting the legs or feet.
• Pregnant women, who should seek advice from their healthcare professional before booking treatment.