Reflexology

An ancient art

Reflexology is an ancient healing protocol, said to have originated in Egypt around 233oBC. Championed by the Chinese around 1,000BC, it was then brought to Europe by Marco polo in the 1300’s. By the time an American Dr William Fitzgerald wrote about reflexology in 1917, he was the recognised “father of reflexology”. Riley, Ingham and Nogier are credited with refining the processes that are used today.

What reflexology feels like

Experiences with reflexology sessions vary from a general feeling of relaxation, to a sense of “lightness” or tingling in the body, as well as feelings of warmth, a sense of “opening,” or “energy moving” from the practitioner’s pressure to the specific body area or organ. There is often a physical perception of energy flowing through every organ, valve, gland, or muscle, as well as a sense of communication between each body system.

How it works

One of the theories of reflexology is that the body will nurture and repair itself once released from stress. If the body is extremely stressed, the reflexologist may refer you to a medical team or another treatment, if appropriate, but at no time will he or she give medical advice or diagnosis.

PLEASE NOTE:

Our reflexologist will inform you that reflexology does not treat specific illnesses and is not a substitute for medical treatment. Reflexologists do not diagnose or tell you about any congestion or tension they observe on the foot, hand, or ear during a session that may suggest abnormalities.