Relax By Claudia

12/10/2025

👣 The Power of Reflexology in Lymphatic Healing

When feet speak, the body listens.

In the quiet language of pressure points and touch, there lies a powerful form of healing that’s often overlooked — reflexology.
But when paired with an understanding of the lymphatic system, this ancient therapy becomes more than just relaxation —
…it becomes a pathway to fluid movement, immune support, and deep tissue detoxification.

🌿 What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a therapeutic technique that involves applying gentle pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears — each of which corresponds to an organ, gland, or body system.

Think of it as a map of your body, mirrored in your feet.
Stimulating these points helps trigger neural pathways and activate the body’s own healing responses — particularly through the autonomic nervous system and lymphatic circulation.

🌀 How Does It Support the Lymphatic System?

The lymphatic system is a fluid-based network responsible for:
• Removing waste, toxins, and pathogens
• Supporting immune function
• Regulating inflammation
• Maintaining fluid balance in tissues

But unlike the heart, the lymphatic system has no central pump — it relies on muscle movement, breath, and manual stimulation to flow.

That’s where reflexology becomes powerful:

👣 5 Ways Reflexology Boosts Lymphatic Health

1. Stimulates Lymph Flow Without Strain

Gentle foot pressure increases local and systemic circulation, helping lymphatic fluid move through congested vessels and nodes — especially helpful for those with swelling, fatigue, or sedentary lifestyles.

2. Activates Reflex Zones for Key Organs

By working on the liver, kidneys, colon, spleen, and intestinal reflex points, reflexology supports the body’s natural detox and drainage systems — reducing the burden on the lymph.

3. Reduces Stress and Cortisol

High stress = tight fascia + sluggish lymph flow.
Reflexology downregulates the sympathetic nervous system, allowing for parasympathetic healing, reduced inflammation, and better vagal nerve activation (which impacts gut and lymphatic communication).

4. Improves Digestive-Lymph Connection

The gut is home to 70% of your immune system (GALT). Reflex points on the feet related to the intestines and abdominal area help calm inflammation, improve motility, and stimulate visceral lymphatic flow.

5. Breaks Down Fascial Restrictions

Foot reflexology encourages release of fascial tension, which can compress lymphatic vessels and impair drainage. This is especially helpful in cases of chronic swelling, hormonal fluid retention, or post-surgical stagnation.

✨ Clinical Benefits Observed:
• Reduced swelling and puffiness (especially lower legs, ankles, abdomen)
• Improved energy and reduced fatigue
• Less fluid retention during PMS or hormonal shifts
• Clearer skin and improved elimination
• Calmer mood and better sleep
• Enhanced response when combined with Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

🔬 Backed by Research:

Recent studies have shown that reflexology:
• Increases peripheral blood circulation
• Modulates immune and inflammatory markers
• Improves quality of life in chronic illness patients
• Activates vagal tone, which regulates both gut and lymph function

A 2022 pilot study on reflexology and lymphedema in breast cancer survivors showed a statistically significant reduction in arm circumference and reported swelling after six weekly treatments.

🌸 Who Can Benefit Most?

Reflexology is especially beneficial for those with:
• Chronic inflammation
• Autoimmune diseases
• Hormonal imbalances (e.g., PCOS, estrogen dominance)
• Lymphedema or lipedema
• Digestive issues
• Stress-related immune dysfunction
• Post-surgical swelling or trauma

🌿 The Healing Power of Touch

Reflexology is gentle.
It’s non-invasive.
And yet — it can reignite movement in places where your body feels stuck.

Whether used alone or as a complement to lymphatic drainage therapy, reflexology helps the body do what it was designed to do:

🌀 Move.
🧬 Balance.
💧 Detox.
💚 Heal.

Final Thought:

If the lymphatic system is your inner river,
then reflexology is the gentle current that guides it home.

10/10/2025

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- Tuesday 21st Oct 12pm for 60 min and 4.15pm 60 min.
-Wednesday 22nd 3.30pm for 60min.
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10/10/2025

Reflexology is a type of therapy that uses gentle pressure on specific points along your feet (or possibly on your hands or ears as well) to help you feel better. The theory is that this eases stress, and that helps your body work better.

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09/10/2025

This month is Menopause awareness month and with a recent survey showing a whopping 95% of women in the UK would try an alternative therapy before
HRT I wanted to highlight the incredible effects Reflexology has on menopause symptoms and quality of life.
I see amazing results week in week out with my clients on their ever changing journeys and I truly believe reflexology is one of the best supportive tools in menopause and peri menopause.

I love this treatment ❤️

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05/10/2025

🌟 REIKI £40🌟

Maybe you’ve heard of reiki but don’t quite know what it is maybe 🤔
Maybe you’re considering reiki but aren’t sure whether it’s right for you 🤔

Maybe your doctor has suggested reiki as a form of therapy complementary to your existing medical treatment. 🤔

What is reiki?

Reiki is an energy healing technique that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety through gentle touch. Reiki practitioners use their hands to deliver energy to your body, improving the flow and balance of your energy to support healing.

The health benefits of reiki
Reiki promotes relaxation, stress reduction and symptom relief to improve overall health and well-being. It can:

Bring on a meditative state.
Supporr tissue and bone healing after injury or surgery.
Stimulate your body’s immune system.
Promote natural self-healing.
Relieve pain and tension.
Support the well-being of people receiving traditional medical treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, surgery and kidney dialysis.
Studies show that reiki treatment may create feelings of:

Peace.
Relaxation.
Security.
Wellness.
Can reiki replace traditional treatments?
No. Reiki treatment should not be used as a substitute for the consultation of a physician or a psychotherapist.

“Reiki complements other types of medical and therapeutic treatments, and it can increase the efficacy of other types of healing,” Bodner says.

If you’re already in good health, though, regular reiki treatments can enhance your ability to respond to stress and serve as a form of preventive medicine.

What conditions does reiki treat?

“Because it works on the entire self – mind, body and emotions – and because it is universal life force energy, reiki may be successful in all types of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing,

Reiki isn’t specific to any particular type of disease or condition but may help people with:

Cancer.
Chronic pain.
Infertility.
Digestive problems.
Parkinson’s disease.
Psychological distress, including depression and anxiety.
Stress-related illnesses.
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Reiki can also help you prepare for surgery, which may help boost your recovery afterward.

What happens during a reiki session?

Reiki treatments typically last about 50 minutes. During a session, you’ll lie on a massage table fully clothed, as your reiki practitioner gently places their hands, palms down, on or just above your body in specific energy locations. They use a series of 12 to 15 different hand positions.

“The length of time that the practitioner leaves their hands in each position is determined by the flow of energy through their hands at each location,”
Reiki differs from other touch therapies in that there is no pressure, massage or manipulation involved.

What does reiki feel like?

“You may experience the energy in the form of sensations like heat, tingling or pulsing where the Reiki practitioner has placed their hands,” Bodner says. “Sometimes, people feel sensations moving throughout the body, while other people do not perceive any change at all.”

Most people feel very relaxed and peaceful during reiki treatment, and many fall asleep during a reiki treatment. This is of course, entirely optional... 😃

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02/10/2025

Hand and Arm massages offer a soothing and rejuvenating experience, relieving tension and promoting relaxation in the hands and wrists. This therapeutic treatment enhances circulation, reduces stress, and is ideal for those seeking relief from the strains of daily activities.
Hand Massage is good for anyone that suffers from arthritis it will reduce pain, decrease stiffness and boosts blood flow.

28/09/2025

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28/09/2025

Massaging the décollete, neck & shoulders before a face massage helps:
Stimulate lymphatic drainage for reduced puffiness
Release tension in the neck & shoulders
Improve circulation & oxygen flow to the face Create space for better drainage from the face
Boost overall relaxation + glow
Think of it as clearing the road before the journey! ✨✨✨✨✨

28/09/2025

Cellulite doesn’t just sit under the skin — it’s often linked to sluggish circulation and fluid retention in areas far above the knee.
When lymph flow slows down, toxins build up, tissues swell, and that uneven “orange peel” look shows up.
Lymphatic drainage works by stimulating natural fluid movement, boosting circulation, and helping the body clear out waste. The result?
☑️Smoother skin
☑️Lighter legs
☑️A visible reduction in cellulite over time.
It’s not just about beauty — it’s about restoring balance to your body.

26/09/2025

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