30/05/2024
Reflexology
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is an ancient healing art which originated in China, Egypt, India and Native American, and was rediscovered about 100 years ago.
Like other ancient healing techniques, we have been able to rediscover the main benefits of Reflexology and use them to assist us in alleviating the stresses of the modern world.
How does Reflexology work?
Reflexology is a science that deals with the principle that there are minute reflexes and zones in the feet and hands which correspond to the glands, organs and all parts of the body. In reflexology the feet and hands become a map of the body and all its systems.
Reflexology is a physical act of applying pressure to, or movement over these reflexes and zones with specific thumb, finger or hand techniques. Treating a specific reflex or zone will affect that part of the body to which it relates.
What does Reflexology do?
• Reflexology breaks down tension
• alleviates stress
• induces a deep state of relaxation
• keeps the body's vital energy flowing
• improves sleep
• revitalises energy
• activates the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
• improves nerve functioning
• improves blood circulation
• relieves aches and pains
• relieves Oedema
• encourages a healthy elimination of waste
• balances the whole body
• normalises the bodies functioning
Reflexology is a holistic practice that works to keep the body in homeostasis. It stimulates and encourages the body's intrinsic nature to heal and regenerate itself.
Deirdre Jackman
Shangri-La Holistic Health