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The idea of Reflexology is not new; records show it being practiced as early as 2330 B.C. by the Egyptian culture.
Reflexology is a science that works with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all the glands, organs, and parts of the body. In Western Reflexology it is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers on these reflexes, working on the areas of congestion or tension (this feels full or gritty to the therapist, the client; tenderness) to help the body return to a natural state of homeostasis. Comfortable pressure is used to thumb walk over the zones, taking the time to rest on a tender spot and work over the area until the tenderness either becomes less or is relieved.
Reflexology includes, but is not limited to relieving stress and tension; since approximately 75% of today’s diseases are caused by stress. Different people are affected in different ways. One person might exhibit cardiovascular problems, eating disorders, gastrointestinal upset, headaches…the list goes on. Tension is a tourniquet around the body’s system. Tightening and tightening, can lead to some pretty serious consequences.
Reflexology can improve nerve and blood supply. In order to keep the body in perfect balance the blood and nerve supply to every organ and gland must be at its full potential. They receive their instructions from a collection of nerve fibers that convey impulses between a part of the central nervous system and other regions of the body.
Consider them the wiring system of your house (body). If this complex wiring system was to experience a short circuit, the results could mean trouble. As tension is eased, pressure on the nerves and vessels is relaxed, improving blood flow, and its oxygen rich nutrients to all parts of the body.
Over active, or under active glands can be helped to return to normal. You cannot over work an area with Reflexology. Reflexology cannot harm a system; it simply brings it back into balance.
(Better Health with foot Reflexology- the Ingham method by Dwight C. Byers)
Vita flex Reflexology
Vita Flex is a term that mean’s vitality through the reflexes. The Vita flex technique originated in ancient Tibet and is similar to acupressure. With this form of Chinese Reflexology, acupressure points are addressed on the hands and feet. Many nerves end their pathways in the hands and feet.( the feet have as many as 7000!) In this modality we address the Qi (energy) in our body. As pressure is applied to the fascia (connective tissue; made up of 80% water) on the bottom of our feet, the water crystals that are in the fluid, get activated sending a current of energy through our body. The energy spirals larger and larger, much like the opening of a flower. This starts to open our Qi, in addition to tapping in to a huge number of sensory and motor nerves that signal messages to the brain. In Acupressure and Reflexology the qi is most concentrated and superficial at the knees, elbows, and below them all the way to the feet and hands.
Chinese foot Reflexology is more vigorous than Western Reflexology.
Fists, knuckles, and thumbs are used.. The meridians in the legs, arms, feet and hands are stimulated as well as acupressure points. Acupressure uses fingers and thumbs that concentrate on a point. Rotation is important in stimulation or sedation of the meridian according to the goal at the time. Essential oils can be used on the points as well as on the bottom of the feet to enhance the session.
In Acupressure massage, the client is prone and myofascial pain syndromes can be addressed by a series of vigorous pumping movements of the foot and leg that serve to stretch the Achilles tendon, fascia of the foot, peroneal muscles of the ankle, the calf, quads, and hamstrings, while working the meridians.
Prices:
60 minute Reflexology: $80.00
Includes hot towels and essential oils
Add a 30 minute massage for $30.00
(Total package $110.00)
75 minute Vita Flex Reflexology: $90.00
With acupressure massage on the lower legs only
Includes Young Living Essential Oils
Session finishes with hot towels and hot stones
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