Massage therapy - Reflexology Massage

While the art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, it wasn’t until 1913 that Dr William Fitzgerald introduced this therapy to the West as ‘zone therapy’. He noted that reflex areas on the feet and hands were linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone. In the 1930’s Eunice Ingham further developed this zone theory into what is now known as reflexology. She observed that congestion or tension in any part of the foot is mirrored in the corresponding part of the body.Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which works on the feet to help heal the whole person and not just the prevailing symptoms. How can Reflexology help me?Reflexology can be used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium. This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance. Reactions to ReflexologyDuring and after a treatment, you may have physical or emotional reactions. Since reflexology encourages your body to rid itself of toxins, it is vital that you drink plenty of fresh water after a treatment, to flush theses toxins from the body. Any reactions should disappear within 24 hours.Reactions during or after a treatment might include feeling sleepy, feeling energized and alert, needing to visit the toilet more frequently, a slight runny nose, increased perspiration, or shivering. These reactions are, if anything, a positive sign that the reflexology treatment is working to balance your body.Everyone is different and you may not experience any noticeable reactions, yet the reflexology will have been a positive experience. Reflexology is not at all ticklish and is not a painful experience, however if there are reflexes with energy blockages, they can be slightly uncomfortable until they have been properly worked and balanced.