Kia Ora Massage & Bodywork

 

 Massage and Reflexology~

 Who doesn't love a good foot and hand massage? Foot Reflexology has been around for centuries. We have writings from Egyptian tombs which mention bodywork with footwork being among them and evidently a very common form of massage

.Not only does it feel amazing, Reflexology ascribes to the theory that our feet and hands are a mirror image of our body's organs and systems. The idea is that we have pressure sensors in our hands and feet that connect with different parts of our body. It is the practice of applying pressure to these specific points to influence wellness in the corresponding parts of the body that Reflexology is all about! These pressure sensors in your hands and feet are stimulated with massage, causing the body to relax and feel rejuvinated.  

People who choose Relflexology are generally those who are seeking a natural, drug-free alternative to issues they are having. Reflexology is useful as an aid in recovery from injury and surgery, and I have worked on many people who have sought out Reflexology as a measure to aid in pain management. It provides relaxation and releases endorphins, our body's 'feel good' chemical.

Feel odd about someone working on your feet? As a Licensed Massage Therapist I can reassuare you that all feet are beautiful to us! One of the hardest working parts of your body, your feet require pampering that most don't take the time for, but should! In a typical Reflexoloy session, you will be lying face up, covered for warmth and comfort, your feet resting either on a bolster or on the massage table. Your therapist is interactng with you , getting feedback on pressure pointsand tender spots.You will be relaxing  to soothing music as your feet are scrubbed, massaged, and pampered. Its a wonderful feeling!

As a therapist I have seen people find relief for problems such as constipation, menstrual pain, chronic back pain, and plantar fascitis, as well as gaining a general feeling of well-being due to the incredible release of stress you feel as you let things go and relax. Your therapist may also add a paraffin wax, a warm wax covering for your hands and feet, which are then wrapped in a heated mitten to keep in the heat and moisture. This feels wonderful to anyone suffering from arthritis, joint pain, and soreness.

Contact a Licensed Massage Therapist in your area and ask about hand and foot Reflexology. You will love the results!

• www.reflexology-usa.net/history.htm
• DWIGHT BYERS, HISTORY OF FOOT REFLESXOLOGY. "HISTORY OF FOOT REFLEXOLOGY."HISTORY OF REFLEXOLOGY

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 2009 Shelli Rossignol, LMT, CR

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