
Reflexology treatments facilitate deep relaxation and deeper breathing. They promote self-healing by clearing the subtle energy pathways of the body. Re-establishing the free flow of energy along the meridian pathways affects the related organs in their natural function and consciousness. Meridian therapy forms part of every therapeutic reflexology treatment.
Reflexology balances the nervous system and helps improve vagus nerve function (vagal tone), thereby relieving stress and anxiety.
Reflexology can assist with fertility, preparing the body of both partners for natural conception or fertility treatment.
Relaxation techniques and education used by the reflexologist facilitate deeper breathing, awareness of how we breathe and how to achieve deeper breathing has a profound affect on sleep quality.
Indigestion, reflux and digestive disorders are very common discomforts and can be rooted in our stress levels as well as our time pressures. Modern day processed convenient foods contribute to poor digestion and poor health. In Reflexology the digestive system is addressed on either the hands, feet or face In the respective areas representing the digestive organs.
Fear and anxiety are common emotions experienced in today’s world. By gently stimulating certain reflexes reflexology is able to address the emotional state of the body through the respective organs. Meridian theory here brings a different perspective on how the bodymind is affected by our environment.
Reflexology is also a form of massage which helps fluids, such as blood and lymph, move from the extremities. This reduces swelling and inflammation in the hands, feet, and legs. Better circulation can relieve symptoms of peripheral edema and neuropathy.