 Reflexology
What is reflexology?
The ancient healing art of reflexology has been known to man for many
thousands of years. It was first practised by the early Indian, Chinese and
Egyptian peoples.
In 1913 Dr. William Fitzgerald, an American ear, nose and throat surgeon,
introduced what he called 'zone therapy' to the West. In the 1930s, Eunice Ingham, a therapist, further developed and refined this therapy into what is now
known as foot reflexology. She observed that congestion or tension in any part
of the foot mirrors congestion or tension in a corresponding part of the body.
Who can benefit?
Since reflexology treats the whole person, not the symptoms of disease, most
people benefit from treatment. The therapy can bring relief to a wide range of
acute and chronic conditions, and is suitable for all ages. Once your body is in
tune, it is wise to have regular treatments in order to help maintain health and
well-being.
Reflexology relieves stress and tension, improves blood and nerve supply and
helps your body achieve homeostasis (balance). We do not diagnose nor claim to
cure a specific condition.
The treatment
The treatment lasts for 1 hour and includes a relaxing foot massage at the
end using essential oils of your choice. Allow an extra half hour for a free
consultation on the first visit.
“If you’re feeling out of kilter,
Don’t know why or what about,
Let your feet reveal the answer,
Find the sore spot, work it out.”
Eunice Ingham,
Stories Feet Can Tell/Have Told
Cost: £25
Reflexology Plus
A real treat for the feet!
- Softening foot soak with extracts of grapefruit, calendula, burdock, menthol
and essential oil of spearmint will put the spring back into your step.
- Energising foot scrub with volcanic rock and a natural clay, this foot scrub is
effective on hard skin and draws out impurities to cleanse the feet. Extracts of burdock,
liquorice, essential oil of spearmint and menthol provide a cool and refreshing sensation.
- Reviving foot mask will leave your feet feeling like velvet! With natural clay,
extracts of burdock, liquorice, essential oil of spearmint and menthol will cool,
cleanse and soothe the feet. Extract of seaweed will leave the skin feeling soft
and moisturised.
- Foot and leg balsam is a light, creamy lotion to soothe tired feet and aching legs.
Essential oils of peppermint and eucalyptus provide a cool and refreshing sensation
whilst rosemary, thyme and marjoram are known to stimulate the circulation and help
reduce puffiness. It leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth.
Cost: As a treat on its own - 30 minutes - £15
Cost: As part of a reflexology treatment - 90 minutes - £35
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