Why Reflexology ? :
History
Touch therapy
Reflex points
Effects on our nervous system
Stress
History :
: Reflexology is an ancient complementary therapy which facilitates holistic healing of the physical, emotional and mental, in order to enhance HEALTH.
Touch therapy :
: Reflexology is a touch therapy; I make hand contact on the clients feet and occasionally hands.These areas are manipulated and massaged with pressure placed upon various reflex points.
Reflex points :
:These reflex points correspond to various systems and organs in the body.The pressure on these specific reflex points is thought to instigate a balancing action in the corresponding body part.
: The balancing action of Reflexology has been seen to improve conditions as generalised as depression to those as specific as a chronic back injury.
: Only when body systems are fully balanced and in a state of homeostasis can the individual achieve its own full healing potential and HEALTH.
Effects on our nervous systems :
: Feet contain more touch sensitive receptors than any other body part apart from the lips. Pressure on touch sensitive receptors stimulates the body's Para Sympathetic Nervous System (PSNS).
: The PSNS is responsible for initialising many physical responses, such as:
lowering blood pressure
decreasing muscle tension
lowering heart rate
reducing inflammation
improving digestive efficiency
improving immune efficiency
inducing deep relaxation.
Stress:
: All the above are adversely affected in response to stress;
"It is thought that 90% of all medical conditions can be directly attributed to the effects of stress."
: It is therefore clear to me that deep relaxation and stimulation of the PSNS are essential components in negating the effects of stress, and therefore reducing disease.
: Reflexology is not pampering or self indulgence, instead it is prioritising your health!!
