The human being is a complex organism. If something does not function as it is supposed to, an imbalance occurs.
The result is illness, pains, weariness and indisposition. Reflexology often helps restoring the balance.
On the soles and on top of the feet there is a complete map of the human body. Each part of the body has a corresponding zone on the feet, called a reflex zone. A sore reflex zone is connected with some part of the body not functioning at it’s best. By treating the sore reflex zones with specialized combinations of pressure, the therapist can influence the organs to improve their functions, and through this restore the balance of the body.
Many people take reflexology treatments, even without having health problems. They do this in order to maintain a good state of health, and as a preventive measure.
The treatment
Reflexology treatment is performed as a specialized pressure massage of the sole and top of the feet. Through the degree of tenderness of the various reflex zones, the skin condition etc., the therapist gets an impression of the character of the imbalance, its location and force. Then the treatment is planned. Through the therapy those parts of the body are influenced, which are not functioning at the best, and the body restores the balance.
It is difficult to say in advance how many treatments are necessary – it all depends on the character of the problem.
Reactions to treatment
Reactions may be different.
Any reaction is connected to a better balance and general condition. It is impossible to predict exactly how the body reacts, as the reactions are individual.
Some typical reactions may be:
- Relaxation, tiredness and deep sleep
- Increased discharge
- Turbid, dark urine
Increased bowel movement
- Change in bowel movement pattern
- Secretion from nose and throat
- Previous disorders, which have not earlier been healed, may reappear
- Mood changes
These reactions should not be regarded as worsening, on the contrary they are signs of the treatments showing results, and that improvement is on the way.
Good health - a unified whole
Reflexology alone is not enough. Even though treatments can restore the body balance, you will not seriously get better until there is an overall balance. Conditions of life, environment and nutrition are important factors, which all play important roles in connection with health.
In connection with the reflexology treatment the therapist indicates which factors may be likely causes of possible imbalances. By following the advise of the therapist, you may do an effort yourself to keep up a good health condition.
The therapist readily co-operates with doctors and other therapists.
Professional secrecy
The therapist works with professional secrecy, and there is no registration of Social Security number. With regards to the treatment a journal is kept, which is available for the client to read.
Grants for reflexology treatment
There are no grants available for reflexology treatments from the public healthcare system in Denmark, nor from the private health insurance company ’Sygeforsikringen danmark’, however many municipalities offer grants. Ask your local authorities.
