About reflexology
Reflexology is a non-invasive complementary therapy that is based on the understanding that different organs and structures of the body as well as the person’s emotional state are reflected on different points on the feet, lower leg, hands, face or ears.
Working on these reflex points, reflexologists can stimulate the energy flow in your body, helping to clear any energy blockages and restoring balance in you.
It is also a holistic therapy which means it treats the whole person rather than a condition by helping to balance mind, body and soul.
Reflexology is an ancient therapy, its origins can be traced back to 2330 BC in Egypt as well as in ancient India and China. Today, thanks to the work of some extraordinary people, reflexology is recognised as an effective complementary therapy alongside conventional medicine.
Why reflexology?
Relaxes, rebalances, restores you
Stress keeps our body in a constant state of ‘flight or fight’ which has a profound effect throughout all systems in the body and if prolonged, it can manifest in a range of physical and emotional symptoms and ultimately in 'dis-ease'.
There are many theories about how reflexology works but its primary effect is that it is deeply relaxing. When the body is relaxed, it starts to heal itself through the more effective functioning of the parasympathetic nervous system. When our body is relaxed, our mind also relaxes, our energy flows more freely and balance is restored.
Everyone can feel the benefits of reflexology – babies, the elderly, athletes, those living with chronic conditions, and everyone else in between.
Benefits of reflexology
Here are just some of the most common benefits of reflexology that people notice through regular treatment:
Reduced stress and anxiety
Improved sleep
Improved general wellbeing
Improved women’s and men’s health
Improved digestive health
Reduced pain
Stronger immune system
More balanced hormones
Better mood
Greater energy levels
Improved circulation
Reduction in headaches and migraines
…and the list goes on.
Reflexology does not diagnose or claims to cure a condition. Instead, it works holistically across the mind, body and soul to help maintain or bring back balance. It relaxes, rebalances and restores us. Get in touch if you would like to find out more about reflexology or visit the website for the Association of Reflexologists.
About Ildiko
Ildiko Horvath MAR
I’m an ITEC Level 3 qualified Reflexologist currently offering home visits and workplace treatments in Congleton, Biddulph, Sandbach, Alsager and Leek and across other areas of Cheshire and North Staffordshire. I studied Reflexology with the Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine in London. I’m a full member of the Association of Reflexologists and fully insured with Alan Boswell.
My exploration with complementary therapies began in 2018 when I started to seek acupuncture to support my fertility journey. In 2019, I also tried reflexology for the same reason and for a while I received both of these lovely treatments. Over the months I felt a deeper connection with reflexology, started to feel its wide ranging benefits beyond fertility and into my general wellbeing, helping me to better cope with life’s challenges. I’ve been receiving regular reflexology ever since.
In 2022, an unexpected redundancy opened up the door for a long longed for opportunity to leave the corporate world behind and do something more meaningful and rewarding with my life. This is when I listened to a calling and embarked on my journey to become a Reflexologist.
I’m looking forward to expanding my experience and knowledge of reflexology through my practice and additional training and spreading the power of this wonderful therapy.
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