Reflexology FAQ's

What is Reflexology?

feet diagramThe art of working specific areas of the hands or feet that relieves stress and pain of the body. It is like acupressure, but only on the hands or on the feet. How Often?

To receive the maximum relief, three to five Reflexology sessions, once a week; and to maintain good health, every two weeks thereafter to/or a month.

How Does Reflexology Work?

The nerve endings on the hands and feet send messages to the brain, that in turn produces endorphins, the body's own pain killers. Then the endorphins are sent through the blood stream to the related area of the body. Different Than a Massage?

YES! A Reflexologist does not massage, but rather works the specific reflex points to Relieve the Stress and Pain of the body. Expect a deep wonderful sleep.

How Does Reflexology Feel?

Wonderful, fully relaxing, as if your whole body has been relieved. There can be a feeling of "tingling" and "warmth" in related parts of the body. This is caused by the increased circulation of the blood due to the nerve ending stimulation. How Long Does It Last?

It all depends on the individual. When the stress returns, usually the ailment will also. More Reflexology means more relaxation, which can mean longer periods of relief.

How Long of Relief?

Four minutes, four hours, or forever. . . the length of time of relief varies. The production of the natural pain killers(endorphins) is only temporary, but with every Reflexology session, the body can have longer and longer periods of relief.

Is This a Medical Treatment?

No. The AMA says "Seventy-five percent of all illnesses are due to stress." Reflexology is a form of Stress Management. Relieve the stress and the body will respond. If the cause can be eliminated, then most of the related conditions should be gone.

To book a session with Marlene contact by phone 905-979-2628
and/or email marlene@fitwithin.ca