1. REFLEXOLOGY FOR LIFE
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology isn’t a foot massage it’s an alternative medicine that involves the application of pressure to
certain points on the hands and feet that correspond to organs, glands and muscles throughout the
body.
Reflexology is a therapy that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands
that correspond to all of the organs and systems in the body. These points are worked on in specific
manipulations that are generally pleasant and are done while you relax. Doing reflexology means more
than working on your feet. It is actually working with the person, attempting to mobilize inner energies
in order to fight any imbalance in the system. The reflexologist systematically approaches that neglected
area between body and soul where modern medical practice normally stops
How is it Different From Foot Massage?
Foot massage is similar to Swedish massage, the most common type of
massage in North America. People typically use massage oil or lotion
and use gentle gliding strokes all over the foot. Reflexology is quite
different. While many people find reflexology relaxing, it's based on
the theory that certain points on the feet correspond to certain organs
and body parts and that applying pressure to the areas can promote
health in the corresponding parts.
The sole purpose of Reflexology is to return the body to homeostasis –
a state of equilibrium and balance. Reflexology is a very relaxing
therapy which restores balance to all systems on a physical, emotional
and spiritual level.
What are the Benefits of Reflexology?
Reflexology is suitable for all ages, and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic
conditions. Reflexology has been shown to be affective for:

2. •Hormonal imbalances
•Menopause
•Back pain
•Migraines,headaches
•Sleepdisorders
•Digestive problems
•Circulatoryproblems
•Stressrelateddisorders
•Arthritis
What Will Happen During The Visit?
A full medical historywill be requestedonyourfirsttreatment,andyouwill be askedtosigna consent
formfor treatment.Thisinformationwillbe keptconfidential. Reflexologyisaveryeasytherapyto
receive;dependingonthe type of reflexology,the mostclothingthatwill have tobe removedfora
treatmenttotake place will be yoursocks and
shoes.
The therapistwill thenuse theirhandstoapply
pressure tothe feet,lowerleg,hands,earsorface,
dependingonthe type of reflexologychosen.You
may feel areasof transientdiscomfortduringthe
treatment,butgenerallythe experience shouldbe
relaxing.
Lengthof Sessions?
A sessionwithyourreflexologistcouldlastbetween30minutesandone hour.During yourfirstsession,
be preparedto discussyourfull medical history.The reflexologistwill inspectyourhands,feetandears.
Duringthe session,youwill receive athoroughmassage of yourhandsor feet.Afterasession,drinklots
of fluidstoremainadequatelyhydrated.
Benefits &possible side effects

3. Reflexologyreducesstressandencouragesdeeprelaxation,improvescirculation,cleansesthe bodyof
toxinsandimpurities,revitalizesenergy,stimulatesmental alertness,helpsrelieve painandhelps
maintainwellnessbybalancingthe body,mindandspirit.
Side effectsof reflexologyare rare and usuallysubsidewithinone hourif theydooccur. Reflexology
encouragesthe bodytoflushouttoxinsandcouldcause milddiscomfortforashort amountof time.
Where are the reflexology points andareas?
In reflexology,pointsandareason the feet,hands,andears
correspondtospecificorgans,bonesandbodysystems.
Practitionersaccessthese pointsonthe feetandhands(bottom,
sides,andtop) andthe ear (bothinside asfaras the fingercan
reach andoutside) toaffectorgansand systemsthroughoutthe
entire body.
Maps of reflex pointshave beenpassedbetweenpractitioners
across the globe.Understandably,there isnotagreementamong
all reflexologistsonall points;however,generalagreementdoes
existonmajorreflex points.Somescientificdocumentationof
linkagesbetweenthe skinandinternal organsalsoexists.
To representhowthe bodysystemscorrespondtoone another,reflexologistsuse reflexology"maps."A
goodexample of areflexologymapexistsforthe feet. Eachfootrepresentsavertical half of the body:
•reflexologychartthe leftfootcorrespondstothe leftside of the bodyandall organs,valves,etc.found
there.
•The rightfootcorrespondstothe rightside of the bodyand all organs foundthere.Forexample,the
liverisonthe rightside of the body,and therefore the correspondingreflex areaisonthe rightfoot.
A reflexologistmayperformageneral,integratedsession,ormayfocuson specificproblemareasonthe
feet,handsorears. Forexample,if time islimitedandthe personreallyneedstorelax,the reflexologist
may choose justto workon the ears.
Whateverthe approach,the reflexologistattemptstorelease congestionorstressinthe nervoussystem
and balance the body'senergy.
How Will I Feel Afterthe Session?

4. A clientwill generallyfeel well andrelaxedaftertreatmenthowevereveryone’sbodyisdifferentand
can respondinindividualways.Possible sideeffectscanbe discussedwiththe Reflexologistand
symptomscan varywidely.Donotbe alarmedor worriedbyany side effects,these are usuallya
reflectionthatthe treatmentisworkingandyourbodyisrespondinginapositive way.
Alwayscheckthatthe practitioner/therapistisaqualifiedReflexologistandamemberof a recognized
Reflexologyorganization,suchasthe International Federationof Reflexologists.