The art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, however it wasn't until 1913 that Dr. William Fitzgerald introduced the therapy to the West as 'zone therapy'. He identified that reflex areas on the feet and hands were linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone.
In the 1930's Eunice Ingham further developed this zone theory into what is now known as reflexology. She observed that congestion or tension in any part of the foot is mirrored in the corresponding part of the body.
Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which works on the feet to help heal the whole person not just the prevailing conditions.
How can reflexology help me?
Reflexology can be used to help restore and maintain the body's natural equilibrium. This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance. Reflexology has been shown to be effective for:
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Digestive disorders
- Hormonal imbalances
- Infertility
- Migraine
- Sleep disorders
- Sports injuries
- Stress-related conditions
Reflexologists do not claim to cure, diagnose or prescribe.
What happens in a treatment session?
On the first visit, the reflexology practitioner will have a preliminary talk with you to determine your present and past health and lifestyle. They will then use their hands to apply pressure to the feet. The application and the effect of the therapy are unique to each person. A treatment session usually lasts for about one hour.
A professionally trained reflexologist can detect subtle changes in specific points on the feet and, by working on these points, may affect the corresponding organ or system of the body.
A course of treatment may be recommended depending on your body's needs.
For contact details of Reflexology practitioners at Lifeways, call 01789 292 052 or use the contact form to email us.
Jayne Amanda DITM MAR CHNC
Jayne Amanda Reflexology & Reiki helps people achieve and maintain a healthy, stress free body & mind through personalised complementary therapies and courses.
With over 20 years' experience and a wide range of happy clients, you are in safe hands with Jayne Amanda who is a Registered Member of the Association of Reflexologists, the CNHC as a Clinical Reflexologist and the Reiki and Seichem Association as a Reiki and Seichem Practitioner and Master. Treatments help to balance hormones, in particular for Peri-Menopause and Menopause, Maternity and fertility issues, Insomnia, anxiety, lymphoedema - palliative care, people with learning difficulties, aches and pains, stress, dermatitis, arthritis and sports injuries. My aim is to help people achieve and maintain a healthy and stress-free body and mind through the application of complementary therapies and alternative remedies, which are non-intrusive and suitable for all.
In addition, I offer Hopi ear candling treatments, Indian Head Massage & Moxibustion treatments to help you relax and unwind.
Qualifications
- Clinical Reflexologist
Reiki & Seichem Practitioner/Master
Limbic Reflexologist
Reflexology Lymphatic drainage therapist
Maternity reflexologist
Fertility Reflexologist
Face Reflexologist
Zone Face Lift practitioner
Moxibustion practitioner
Hopi Ear Candling.
Reiki & Seichem training
Reflexology workshops
