Joanne Davies Reflexology

Reflexology  

REFLEXOLOGY has been around for over 5000 years, it is a non-intrusive complementary therapy based on the principle that different zones, points and reflexes on the feet, hands, face and ears, which relate to the internal organs, glands and other structures of the body. By stimulating these reflex points can encourage the body’s own natural ability to heal itself on a physical and emotional level. Reflexology is suitable for all ages and is an incredible relaxing, non-invasive therapy which can alleviate everyday stress and tension, improve circulation and in turn bring about an overall sense of well-being. Reflexology can help with many ailments that are acute, as well as chronic. It can also help to manage life’s challenges, helping to re-balance then mind and body, helping your body get back to its normal balance and promote healthy circadian rhythms.

Reflexology is a touch therapy; by making hand contact with the clients feet and occasionally the hands, face & ears

The feet have over 7,000 nerve endings in each foot, these relate to sore or imbalanced areas of the body. For a Reflexologist the feet represent the body in miniature, we work with the nerve receptors that affect the entire body, These areas are manipulated and massaged with pressure placed upon various reflex points, which corresponds to various systems and organs in the body. Using the thumbs and fingers to detect any imbalances which may be as a result of stress, illness or injury.  Working these reflexes in a very specific way to initiate a beneficial response in a corresponding area of the body, incorporating meridian points (acupuncture points) & advanced techniques to encourage your body to achieve 'homeostasis' balance.   All the systems of the body are worked on the feet; musculoskeletal, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, senses, intergumentary, urinary, endocrine, nervous, immune and lymphatic.  The feet contain numerous touch sensitive receptors, more than many other parts of the body. Pressure on touch sensitive receptors stimulates the body's Parasympathetic Nervous System (PSNS). The PSNS is responsible for initialising many physical responses, such as:

Decreasing muscle tension

Inducing deep relaxation

Reducing inflammation

Lowering blood pressure

Lowering heart rate

Improving digestive efficiency

Improving immune efficiency

All the above are unpleasantly affected in response to stress

 'It is thought that more than 75% of all medical conditions

can be directly attributed to the effects of stress' - BMA

Deep relaxation and stimulation of the Parasympathetic Nervous System are essential components in negating the effects of stress and therefore reducing disease.

DUOPODY Meaning two feet - two (duo) feet (pody), is the practice of working both feet simultaneously at the same time and methodically, reflecting organs, systems and zones within the body, this is a new advance and innovative technique of reflexology, which is proving to have profound effects on health and well-being. Duopody treats each system at a time, giving a balanced therapy. The advantage of using this technique is that each treatment can be tailored to address an individual’s specific needs on the day of treatment. It allows specific systems to be worked on i.e. Digestive, Respiratory, Nervous, Lymphatic and Immune systems, and to treats the whole person to restore both physical and mental well-being.

Reflexology is becoming recognised more and more by health care professionals and doctors as beneficial to their patients and being incorporated into areas within the NHS such as palliative care and maternity.  Many people turn to reflexology at times of stress but also experience relief from numerous other conditions including muscular, joint and skeletal pain, back, neck, sports and other injuries, headaches, migraine and sleep disturbance, women’s health, hormonal imbalances, fertility issues, pregnancy, digestive and respiratory disorders, circulation problems, skin conditions and mental health issues.  

 As a holistic therapy, Duopody reflexology treats the person as a whole rather than simply focusing on a set of presenting symptoms 

This includes the emotional and spiritual being as well as the physical and is a deeply calming, relaxing and sedative treatment

 Each treatment will be individual to those physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs

with the aim of helping to re-balance the body to achieve 

healing & well-being in a relaxing, rejuvenating and therapeutic way

Releasing tension often brought on by stressful situations, restoring energy levels, improving sleep,

and to promote the feeling of being emotionally and physically stronger

Alongside Duopody a variety of other techniques are integrated into the treatment plan providing a tailor-made treatment at each visit:

NeuroEndoPsychoImmunoPody (NEPIP) is an advanced reflexology protocol that is exclusive to reflexologists trained to the level 5 mastership. NEPIP is an amazing treatment at the cutting edge of reflexology. It is particularly effective in helping people suffering from stress and anxiety as it uses advanced protocols which work on the principle of increasing the flow of communication between the mind, immune and nervous systems, all of which are involved with and can also be adversely affected by stress.

CALM technique or reflectotherapy for stress- balances extremes of energy and tension

Universal Technique to help release emotion, mental activity and thoughts

Metamorphic Technique a self-empowering technique

Linking creates energetic links between systems or organs in order to achieve balance

Meridians & Acupressure Points – energy network of the body