REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology may be performed on the feet, hands, or ears. At Lavender Cottage it is done on the feet. The main aim of reflexology is to restore lost balance to the body. This in-balance may be caused by stress or dis-ease. Reflexology is a sensitive pressure massage done on reflex points on the feet, which correspond to various areas on the body. By working on each reflex in turn, deep relaxation is achieved, tension is released, allowing the body to come gradually back to homeostasis (balance). The pressure should be enough to bring about results. However, it is not rough or probing. Mechanical aids are not used. It is the gentle feeling of each reflex which indicates to the therapist which reflex is blocked. Sore reflex points are given extra attention. The sensitivity of the feet varies. At Lavender Cottage, each client is treated individually and intuitively. All areas, systems and glands of the body are covered by treating the corresponding reflex in each foot. Everyone can benefit from reflexology treatments. Children may have shorter treatments, a parent or guardian must be present. Some conditions may require a doctor’s permission.

THE TREATMENT

The treatment lasts +/- one hour. The first treatment may take a little longer as a detailed history will be taken. The treatment will be fully explained.
The client is placed in a comfortable position. The feet are relaxed.
Conversation is discouraged until the end of the treatment. The treatment ends in a gentle foot massage using a foot cream. The client and reflexologist then discuss the treatment, and any necessary notes are made. For optimum results treatments should be done on a regular basis. As the feet become more normalized, the amount of treatments may be reduced.