It is thought that approximately 75% of disorders in the body can be related to stress and nerve tension. Some stress is not necessarily bad for us, however, when it becomes something we cannot manage well it disrupts the balance of our body, resulting in the breaking down of our defence systems and making us more susceptible to illness and disease. The body’s natural ‘fight or flight’ response is designed to be triggered in an emergency but not to cope with constant levels of stress and anxiety.

 

Whether the stress we are subjecting our bodies to is a result of work commitments, juggling the everyday needs of a family or simply the pace and expectations of modern life, we need to recognise that this can have a very detrimental effect on our health and general well-being and look at ways we can help alleviate these stresses.

 

Reflexology works to reduce stress levels by soothing the central nervous system and inducing deep relaxation, thus restoring balance to all of the body’s systems.

 

Below are some of the conditions it has been considered to help:

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• Anxiety and depression

• Sleep disorders

• Digestive disorders/bowel problems

• Menopausal symptoms/period pains/hormonal imbalance

• Fertility issues

• Back and joint pain 

• Relieve pain of multiple sclerosis and cancer treatments

• Alleviate symptoms of migraines

• Childhood illnesses such as ear infections and colic

• Skin disorders

• Recovery from operations

• Sinus/congestion problems

 

Reflexology can benefit people of all ages. It is now being used more widely as a positive support during palliative care, and also to help relieve the symptoms of some cancer treatments. Children and babies seem to respond well, too, as they are generally more relaxed and supple and their bodies are highly receptive to therapeutic stimuli.

 

Why not come and try out the benefits of Reflexology for yourself, whether you have something specific you may need support with or simply just want to have some time out of pure relaxation to top up your energy levels and sanity!