Reflexology in GILMORTON, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
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 […]
The Effect of Reflexology on Low Back Pain in Operating Room Nurses
It is quite common for clients to mention that they have been living with low back pain for many years, perhaps due to an occupational role or an old musculoskeletal injury. I have found clients tend to approach it as something they have learned to live with and manage it with a combination of medication, often combined with self-help measures (eg. keeping active and regular stretching exercises). […]
Reflexology and Menopausal Symptoms
As a complementary therapy practitioner, I encourage a multi-faceted approach to self-care and wellbeing, which I believe is key to achieving optimal physical and emotional health. This is something I see reflected in my clients, who may pursue several self-help options (lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, relaxation techniques) as well as regular reflexology treatments, alongside their […]
Reflexology and Better Sleep
One of the most common feedback comments I receive from clients is that they say they had a really good night’s sleep after their reflexology treatment. Our sleep pattern can be disturbed for many reasons which may be related to physical or mental health issues, lifestyle changes, work pressures or family challenges causing anxiety, which in turn makes it difficult for us to switch off and relax. When we are deprived of quality sleep over a period of time, this can have an impact on our energy levels, our ability to concentrate and our mood. Naturally it follows that good […]