Q: How long does each session of Reflexology last?
A: Sessions can vary in length to suit your needs; however the normal treatment time is 50 minutes.

Q: What happens during a session?
A: On the first session, I will take a medical history from you and talk about your lifestyle and what you hope to achieve from Reflexology. We would discuss a treatment plan that may help
your needs. You will be sitting in a comfortable chair that is reclined back. You will have removed your shoes and socks and will have a blanket over your knees. Sometimes during reflexology you can become cold due to the extra stimulation on your circulation. I will dim the lights and be playing relaxing music. Then I will begin the treatment. I will be applying alternating pressure on different areas of your feet. I would be looking for sensitive areas and crystal deposits which can indicate congestion in the relating organs and areas of the body. The idea is that you have a relaxing experience so you may want to close your eyes and go to sleep. At the end of the session, we will discuss the treatment and I will answer any questions you have. We will then plan the treatment for any follow up sessions that you may want.

Q: Do Reflexologists have a registered body and code of practiceand ethics?
A: I belong to the Association of Reflexologists who establish codes of practice and ethics, which members are bound to. They assess and accredit training facilities and you cannot be a member without having passed an accredited course and exam and keep up-to-date with CPD (Continuous Professional Development). There are a few of these bodies in the UK who are regulated by the Reflexology Forum; however, not all Reflexologists are members so you should always check that your therapist is a member of one of these associations.

Q: How many treatments will I need?
A: Reflexology has an accumulative effect. The more sessions you have, the greater feeling of well-being you experience. A normal course would be 6-8 sessions and once these have finished then more infrequent maintenance sessions would be advisable i.e. once a month, once a quarter depending on what the individual requires and wants. Many clients continue to have weekly or fortnightly treatments because they enjoy it so much.

Q: Does Reflexology hurt?
A: No – When pressure is applied some areas are more sensitive than others and you can experience some discomfort, but if you notify your therapist they will adjust the treatment accordingly. Areas of discomfort can indicate imbalances in the related part of the body. The treatment should never hurt.

Q: Does the reflexology treatment tickle?
A: It shouldn’t tickle as the pressure is quite firm; however, if this is a problem you can also have hand reflexology.

Q: I am taking medication, will this affect the treatment or will the treatment affect my medication?
A: At the first session, I will take a full medical history from you where we can discuss any medication and health problems. I may need approval from your GP to continue with treatment, or may just need to adapt the treatment according to your needs.

Q: Will you be able to cure my condition?
A: Reflexology does not claim to cure. It can help with a wide range of problems and symptoms and brings about balance in your body, boosts your immune system and helps you cope better on a physical, mental and emotional level.

Q: I have athletes foot can you still treat me?
A: Yes – although we can’t treat the infected foot, we can treat the corresponding hand. If you have verrucas, corns or blisters, these areas can be covered or missed out during the treatment.

Q: How will I feel after my treatment?
A: You may feel very relaxed, or more energised. Reflexology stimulates the removal of toxins in the body, so you can sometimes experience flu-like symptoms, headaches, frequency in urinating and nausea. You may be more tired or emotional than normal. This is all normal and will only last 24 - 48 hours. It is your body’s way of trying to heal itself.