Reflexology is an alternative medicine method involving the practice of massaging or applying pressure to parts of the feet, or sometimes the hands and ears, with the goal of encouraging a beneficial effect on other parts of the body, or to improve general health.
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Welcome to Natural Steps Reflexology
About Me
My name is Ceri Maunder. I began my journey with reflexology in 2008.
I decided whilst I was on maternity leave that I didn’t want to go back to doing the job I was doing before, and wanted a career that would be satisfying, rewarding and above all wanted to be doing something that would help make a difference to other peoples lives, health and their well being.
I searched and searched for a career that could be all of these things and kept coming across this wonderful therapy “reflexology”
I didn’t know much about it and hadn’t ever had it. I wanted to find out more so booked myself in for a treatment. It was after this I realised how wonderful and how powerful this treatment was, It made me feel so relaxed, calm and peaceful which then continued for some time after. I knew I had come across something very special, and I couldn’t think of any thing better to do as a career than to make some-one else feel as wonderful as I did after my treatment.
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a complementary therapy that works on the feet or hands enabling the body to heal itself. The theory is that following illness, stress, injury or disease, the body is in a state of "imbalance", and that vital energy pathways are blocked, preventing the body from functioning effectively. Reflexology may be used to restore and maintain the body's natural equilibrium and encourage healing.
A Reflexologist uses hands only to apply pressure to the feet. For each person the application and the effect of the therapy is unique. Sensitive, trained hands may detect imbalances in the feet, and by working on these points the Reflexologist can release blockages and restore the free flow of energy to the whole body. Tensions are eased, and circulation and elimination might be improved. This gentle therapy encourages the body to heal itself, often counteracting a lifetime of misuse.
Whilst the art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, it wasn't until 1913 that Dr William Fitzgerald introduced this therapy to the West as 'zone therapy'. He noted that reflex areas on the feet and hands were linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone.
In the 1930's Eunice Ingham further developed this zone theory into what is now known as reflexology. She observed that congestion or tension in any part of the foot is mirrored in the corresponding part of the body.
Reflexology is complementary therapy, which works on the feet to help heal the whole person not just the prevailing symptoms. It is not however an alternative to seeking medical advice or attention.
Who can it Benefit?
Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. After having completed a course of reflexology treatments for a specific condition, many people find it beneficial to continue to have occasional treatments to maintain health and well-being.
Many people use reflexology as a way of relaxing the mind and body and counteracting stress, some doctors, consultants and other health care professionals recognise reflexology as a well established, respected and effective therapy.
With ever increasing levels of stress, it is important for people take more responsibility for their own health care needs.
Reflexology may help people to cope on a physical mental and emotional level thereby encouraging healing and maintainance in all areas of life.
Reflexology should not be used as an alternative to seeking medical advice.
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