Frequently Asked Questions:

Is there any Scientific Basis to Reflexology? 

In the 1890’s knighted research scientist, Dr. Henry Head, proved the neurological relationship that exists between the skin and the internal organs.  Nobel Prize Winner, Sir Charles Sherrington proved that the whole nervous system and body adjusts to a stimulus when it is applied to any part of the body.  In Germany, Dr. Alfons Cornellius observed pressure to certain spots triggered muscle contractions, changes in blood pressure, variation in warmth and moisture in the body as well as directly affecting the “psychic processes” or mental state of a patient.  Currently research studies to further validate reflexology are being conducted in many countries including Switzerland, Denmark, USA, and Australia.  In Japan and Denmark reflexology has been incorporated into employee health programs of several large corporations saving each company thousands of dollars annually.  In some cases it has reduced sick leave by 13%.

 What are the benefits of Reflexology?

Many of our health problems can be linked to stress.  Reflexology is primarily a relaxation technique.  Reflexology can negate the effects of stress while it helps the body to relax.  Through relaxation the body is able to help itself deal with any problem it may be experiencing

How does Reflexology help relieve stress?

Reflexology gently nudges the body towards better functioning by improving lymphatic drainage, circulation, breaking down calcification between nerve pathways, and muscle relaxation. 

What Ailments does Reflexology help?

Reflexologists do not practice medicine in any form.  They do not diagnose any medical disorder.  Nor do they prescribe or adjust medications.  Reflexology is not a substitute for medical treatment, but is a complement to any type of proper medical care.  Many scientific studies have been conducted validating Reflexology as being helpful for a  wide range or health condition.  Some frequently reported benefits of Reflexology are:  here you can add what every you like pending your local demographic needs, i.e., lungs, allergies, pain reduction and elimination, etc.
 

Is Reflexology Painful?

No.  Reflexology should not be painful because the primary goal is relaxation

What does it mean when some areas are sensitive?

Sensitivity is an indicator of where the body is holding tension.

Can the use of Reflexology guarantee good health?

Reflexology is not a panacea for all ills, nor can it guarantee good health.  However, it can be incorporated into an overall healthy lifestyle which includes attention to diet, moderate exercise, and different forms of stress reduction.

Is it safe to perform Reflexology on Children?

Absolutely – Children are usually quite inquisitive about the process.  Once they realize that you are not trying to tickle them, they tend to relax.  In today’s stressful world children benefit as much as adults.  I practice reflexology on my children about once a week.

Reflexology on the Elderly?

Absolutely – The reflexologist generally uses much lighter pressure on the elderly but it has been performed successfully on people of all ages.  I have clients for two years old to 96 years old. 

Reflexology on people with Cancer?

Reflexology is not just for people who are well.  It is for anyone who can be helped through relaxation.  That would be all of us.  People with life threatening diseases are generally stressed over their situation and great benefit has been seen here.  It has been seen to help them maintain a quality of life that may not have been possible without the assistance of relaxation.

Reflexology verses Massage?

Reflexology should not be confused with massage.  Massage treatments help superficial tissue, muscles, circulation and lymph.  Reflexology helps all of that to relax as well as helps everything inside the head, chest, upper abdomen and lower abdomen as well.  Reflexology is a separate discipline but it can be incorporated into a massage session, or pedicures, or aromatherapy, but it is an independent method of stress reduction.