Reflexology in GILMORTON, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
The Effects of Foot Reflexology on Vital Signs
According to Blood Pressure UK (Date anon, [online]): “Around one in three adults in the UK has high blood pressure” and “In the UK, high blood pressure is the third biggest risk factor for all disease after smoking and poor diet” The link below is to an extract of a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of foot reflexology on vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate and pulse oxygen saturation). Statistically significant positive effects were seen on all the studied vital signs. […]
The Effect of Reflexology on the Breast Milk Volume of Preterm Infants’ Mothers
As a reflexologist I treat clients holistically, supporting the person as a whole. Clients may have multiple conditions and be experiencing a variety of life’s changes. As a mum and a grandparent, I can empathise with new mums and dads as they experience the joy and challenges of caring for a new baby. The article linked below is perhaps a surprising topic in comparison with those usually associated with reflexology, but it appealed to me as quite a lovely example of just how holistic reflexology can be. […]
The Effect of Reflexology on Pain Intensity in Patients with Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition that is more common in women than in men and can appear at any age, although more typically in middle age. It is a chronic or long term illness thought to be connected to the way in which the central nervous system functions. What are the Symptoms of Fibromyalgia? The main symptoms are widespread pain all over the body, overwhelming fatigue and trouble sleeping. Other symptoms may include: difficulty concentrating, digestive issues, increased sensitivity, headaches and muscle or joint stiffness. Treatment and Support Fibromyalgia may be treated by a combination of prescribed medication, therapy and lifestyle […]
The Effect of Reflexology on Anxiety
It is normal for us to experience a certain amount of stress and anxiety in response to challenging situations, but long term exposure or severe levels of stress or anxiety can have a detrimental effect on our emotional and physical health. Most people are familiar with the body’s fight or flight stress response which is activated when the body perceives the demands on it exceed its resources, or it feels under threat. What is the definition of Anxiety? NHS UK Every Mind Matters […]