Reflexology is a ground-breaking complimentary therapy that works alongside either medical or therapeutic techniques. Reflexology treatment is predominantly done to the feet, but also the hands and ears to relieve pain and stress, adhering to reflex points that link to other parts of the body. Its goal is to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, restoring its balance. Not only does it serve as a guide or ‘window’ to the current state of health regarding a patient, but it aims to promote wellness in all areas of the body. We have witnessed fantastic results with reflexology, especially when it is coupled with trigger point/acupressure massage.
We offer Reflexology treatments at our clinics in Bournemouth, Dorset so you can discover the healing power of Reflexology for yourself as a way to relieve pain, reduce stress, and improve your overall health.
Reflexology, also known as ‘zone therapy ’, is an ancient alternative form of therapy and is considered to be a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Reflexology was founded on the ancient Chinese belief in qi (“chee”). This belief details how qi flows through every human and is vital for our overall well-being. Imbalances or blocked qi can cause illness, diseases, and various other conditions.
As an ancient practice, it is difficult to definitively track the origin of Reflexology. A possible first recording of Reflexology symbols date as far back as 2330 BC in the form of a pictograph found in the Egyptian tomb of Ankhamor. The Yellow Emperor’s “Classic of Internal Medicine” is a medical text written around 1000 BC, which includes a chapter on examining feet, thought to be the earliest discussions in print regarding the relationship of life force, pressure points, organ functio,n and areas on the feet.
Eunice Ingham, a renowned Physiotherapist, is one of the most prominent figures in the development and study of Reflexology. In the 1930’s she created and introduced the foot maps and charts still used today by reflexologists.
Different areas and pressure points in the feet, hands, and ears are connected to various organs and other areas of the body. Not only does this form of therapy work as a guide or ‘window’ into one’s current state of health, it also promotes wellness in all areas of the body. Reflexology offers many benefits, such as:
At Back2Wellbeing, we offer award-winning massage and pain therapy, and we have been recognised as one of the ‘three-best-rated’ for four years in a row. We are proud to be 5-star rated on Google for providing high-quality, affordable treatments to relieve chronic pain, manage stress, and improve overall health. Our experienced practitioners are dedicated to delivering a highly professional service in a comfortable and clean environment within our private treatment rooms.
We also support our local community by partnering with Hope for Food, donating regularly since 2018 to help provide essentials for rough sleepers. Choose Back2Wellbeing for a trusted, compassionate approach to your health and wellbeing.
Our other services include Acupressure Massage, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment, Deep Tissue Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Indian Head Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Sports Massage, and Swedish Massage.
