Reflexology
“Reflexology is a wonderful therapy in the treatment of arthritis; stress and high blood pressure and associated diseases; migraine, asthma, M.E., fertility and reproductive conditions and many, many more.”
The earliest recorded history of reflexology goes back to the ancient Egyptians. Pictures were found on Ankmahor’s tomb, a physician, at Saquarra which date back to 2330 BC.
Foot massage has been used throughout history to restore mind, body and spirit – the Native American Indians traditionally used this to restore their inner harmony. Octavian (later Augustus Caesar) noted with distaste that Mark Anthony liked to massage Cleopatra’s feet at dinner parties.
The feet represent a map of the body and by administering an acupressure massage to the feet; it has the effect of allowing a healing to the appropriate areas of the body. For example, if we work the big toe, which represents the head and neck it has the effect of bringing healing to that particular part of the body, via the zones, and meridians – energy channels that support thebody.
Reflexology accesses the body’s inner healing wisdom through the undertaking of an acupressure massage on the feet. Thus, by applying a firm massage to the feet, imbalances are detected within the energy system. By the application of a massage to the whole system, via the feet, the body is brought back into balance. When you give the body what it needs – its wisdom always works towards wellness, never illness.
Rosie practises Conventional Reflexology as well as being an authorised practitioner of Vertical Reflex Therapy (VRT). This powerful, revolutionary system of reflexology was designed by Lynne Booth, and works on the top part of the foot (the dorsal) while the client is standing up. This weight bearing aspect is the reason why this system of reflexology is so powerful, the theory being that it activates the nerves and facilitates a faster healing to the body. Rosie uses VRT in conjunction with traditional reflexology with exceptional results.
Available with this powerful treatment is a bio detox foot spa for added detoxification.
For further information: The Reflexology Handbook by Laura Norman ISBN 1-873017-00-6