Reflexology

REFLEXOLOGY

An Oriental recuperating system used to unwind the nerves and discharge the caught vitality. There are vitality zones that run all through the body and reflex regions in the feet that relate to all the significant organs, organs and parts of the body. In light of the guideline that reflex focuses in the feet and palms relate to individual organs and parts of the body, controls on these reflexes help invigorate the organs. It helps those affliction from sleep deprivation, menstrual issues and agonies.

 Reflexology

Reduces stress and induces deep relaxation

Improves circulation

Cleanses the body of toxins and impurities

Brings the whole system into balance

Vitalises energy

A preventive healthcare by enhancing the immune system

Helps encourage healing in combination with specific treatments

What is it?

The feet provide a map for the body’s organs – the stomach and pancreas, for example, are found in the arch. Any problems in the body are therefore reflected in the feet, and can be diagnosed and treated via the same specialised foot massage.

What is it good for?

Reflexology is a powerful form of preventative medicine, says Bickerton, and she has many entirely “healthy” clients. She also works a lot on “minor health problems”, be they digestive issues or back- or headaches. And she has had success in pain management, and in working with sufferers of long-term degenerative conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s. “I can’t reverse these conditions, obviously, but I can help with some of the symptoms.”

How did it start?

There is evidence that reflexology was developed as early as 4,000BC in China, where its use remains widespread (schoolchildren in Beijing are taught to do it on each other). Foot therapy was practised by Native American tribes, and in Ancient Egypt.

How does it work?

Bickerton “reads” the body via the feet – crunchiness, soreness or “hollowness” in an area indicates a problem in the related organ or body part – then applies pressure to trigger the body's healing processes.