Reflexology

Reflexology is a complementary therapy which aids healing for the whole person rather than dealing with isolated symptoms.

In our feet and hands we have reflex points which are believed to have links to all the major organs and glands and body parts. By using special pressure techniques with fingers and thumbs to stimulate the reflex points blockages may be detected and released encouraging the body to work naturally to restore a healthy balance. Many people find that a reflexology treatment relaxes their mind and body.

Reflexologists do not diagnose, prescribe medicines or claim to cure however it has been suggested that reflexology may help with:

Stress related conditions
Back pain
Fertility issues
Hormonal imbalances
Insomnia
Headaches
Digestive disorders

I have completed a specialist course in Maternity Reflexology run by Susanne Enzer which covers all aspects from pre- conception to post natal.

Reflexology for pre conception

When a couple are planning to have a baby reflexology may help them to prepare themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually for the exciting and sometimes challenging times ahead.

Reflexology is a natural treatment which may help to balance any disorders in the body prior to trying to start a family.

Reflexology for sub fertility and assisted conception

Sub fertility can occur in both men and women. Despite being fertile a couple find that they cannot conceive. Stress, life style, and physical health may contribute to sub fertility. For many couples there seems to be no reason. This can put emotional strains on both partners.

As reflexology may help to balance body, mind and spirit a couple may be in the best possible state of emotional and physical health for conception to occur.

When assisted conception is taking place the balancing and calming qualities that reflexology may produce may compliment the medical procedures. For this reason some fertility clinics employ reflexologists.

N.B. When assisted conception is planned medical permission is needed for reflexology treatments to take place.

Treatments for preconception and sub fertility may have greater benefit when both partners are treated.

Reflexology during pregnancy

The influence of hormones during pregnancy and the developing life within her create a time of total transition for the mother. As she undergoes huge physical changes reflexology may assist in helping to maintain the mother's health by relieving minor ailments and physical discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, back ache, swollen ankles and fingers and insomnia.

If the pregnancy goes beyond the due date a reflexology treatment may naturally induce labour. This should only be done with the permission of medical staff.

A record of treatments will be provided that can be shared with the midwife at antenatal appointments.

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Irene is fully insured and is a Member of the Association of Reflexologists (MAR).