11/06/2025
I'm very excited to announce Reflexology is now available at SeRene Therapy.
I have now completed my Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology accreditation by FHT and IPHM from the Brighton School of Massage.
Reflexology is a form of natural, holistic therapy based on the discovery that there are points on the feet and hands, which correspond to organs, systems and structures within the entire body. This corresponding relationship is called a ‘reflex’. A reflex is when a stimulation, at one point brings about a response in another point or area. In reflexology, by using special pressure techniques to stimulate the points on the feet and hands imbalances in the tissues, organs and systems of the body can be both detected and effectively treated to restore balance and well-being.
Reflexology works on the principle that the whole body, from head to toe, is connected. This connection is represented by ten longitudinal zones, developed by Dr William Fitzgerald. These zones run front to back, head to toe throughout the body and are most easily accessible via the feet By manipulating a particular area of the foot, the rest of the organs in that zone will feel a positive benefit. In a sense it is like a messaging service - when specific pressure is applied to a section of the foot, this sends a positive message along the zone. For example, working the heart area of the foot will release blocked energy, not only stimulating the heart but also all the other organs and body parts in the heart's zone. Each part of the foot is a different 'reflex area' which connects to a particular part of the body. Reflexologists use their thumbs and fingers to look for areas of tenderness in the reflexes, reading these as a signal that there is a problem in the corresponding part of the body and working that reflex accordingly. Some also look for crystal deposits (a granular texture under the surface of the skin) as proof of a problem area and work the reflexes to remove the build-up of crystals.
The Aims and Indications of Reflexology:
Main effects of reflexology
• Total relaxation
• Increase circulation
• Increase oxygen levels within the blood stream
• Helps with the effective removal of toxins
• Aids the body to cleanse itself of toxins
• Aids the body to heal itself
What are its benefits?
• It relieves stress and tension and has a deeply relaxing effect: 75% of disease is estimated to be stress- related
• In order to function, the body needs energy in the form of oxygen and nutrients which are circulated in the blood. As reflexology improves blood circulation, it thus increases the efficiency of all organs and cells
• It helps release trapped nervous energy and improves neural efficiency; approximately 7000 nerves are stimulated by reflexology massage
• It improves waste removal and elimination
• it activates the body's self-healing.
This relaxing treatment can bring relief to a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including anxiety, stress, tension, muscular aches and pains, back and joint pain, circulatory and lymphatic problems and digestive, skin, respiratory, menstrual and even hormonal disorders.
It might be beneficial to you during a one hour treatment to combine therapies with reflexology with a back, neck and shoulder massage, however we can discuss this during your consultation.
Treatment time 60 mins (with a 20 minute consultation on your First session)
