Reflexology is the technique of applying gentle pressure to the reflexes on the feet or hands to bring about a state of deep relaxation, stimulate the body's healing process and help a person return to a state of balance and well-being. It improves the body's circulation and helps speed up the elimination of waste products and toxins.
Reflexology works best when treating the whole body, rather than specific conditions, treating the cause, not the symptoms. Since reflexology treats the whole person, most people benefit from the treatment, including children. It may be helpful for reducing stress, pain relief and muscle relaxation, tension headaches and migraines, digestive problems, hormone imbalances, sleep, allergies, plus much more.
Treatments usually last 1 hour, including a preliminary consultation. For each person the application and effect of the therapy is unique. A course of treatments is usually recommended, although often 3 regular treatments can be effective. Mobile reflexology is available in Richmond and SW London, or clinic appointments in Twickenham.
You may be able to claim back reflexology treatment costs if you have a Health Care Cash Plan with Benenden, Bupa, Health Shield, Medicash, Paycare, Simplyhealth, Sovereign Health Care, or Westfield Health. Treatments must be paid in full and claimed back from your provider.