Acupressure Foot Massage
Acupressure originates from the ancient Chinese system of meridian therapy and involves the application of pressure to specific points along the energy channels or meridians of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has long recognised that stimulation of these points helps to regulate the flow of ‘Chi’ throughout the body. Chi means the same as the Japanese word 'Ki', the living energy that permeates all things.
Inge Dougans, a well known and experienced Reflexologist, teacher and author, has written many books about the link between meridian therapy and the zones of Reflexology and her belief that Reflexology has grown in the Western world from its Eastern beginnings in China thousands of years ago. An acupressure foot massage combines elements from Jo's training in Shiatsu as well as reflexology and relaxation massage and although the focus is only on the feet and lower legs, can have a beneficial effect on the entire body. Jo uses a reclining chair rather than a table for foot massage which is extremely comfortable especially during pregnancy. This can be adjusted to suit in the last trimester and Jo often sees women around their due date who are wanting to learn more about alternatives to medical induction.
A foot massage may be beneficial to those who suffer from tension and pain or anxiety and stress, and the calming environment allows time for relaxation, bringing balance to body, mind and spirit. Eastern healing therapies such as Shiatsu, Acupressure and Reflexology, can be used in both the prevention of illness and the maintenance of good health by strengthening the body, removing any obstacles to wellbeing and improving the energy flow.
Acupressure originates from the ancient Chinese system of meridian therapy and involves the application of pressure to specific points along the energy channels or meridians of the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has long recognised that stimulation of these points helps to regulate the flow of ‘Chi’ throughout the body. Chi means the same as the Japanese word 'Ki', the living energy that permeates all things.
Inge Dougans, a well known and experienced Reflexologist, teacher and author, has written many books about the link between meridian therapy and the zones of Reflexology and her belief that Reflexology has grown in the Western world from its Eastern beginnings in China thousands of years ago. An acupressure foot massage combines elements from Jo's training in Shiatsu as well as reflexology and relaxation massage and although the focus is only on the feet and lower legs, can have a beneficial effect on the entire body. Jo uses a reclining chair rather than a table for foot massage which is extremely comfortable especially during pregnancy. This can be adjusted to suit in the last trimester and Jo often sees women around their due date who are wanting to learn more about alternatives to medical induction.
A foot massage may be beneficial to those who suffer from tension and pain or anxiety and stress, and the calming environment allows time for relaxation, bringing balance to body, mind and spirit. Eastern healing therapies such as Shiatsu, Acupressure and Reflexology, can be used in both the prevention of illness and the maintenance of good health by strengthening the body, removing any obstacles to wellbeing and improving the energy flow.
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I was first introduced to Homeopathy 15 years ago as an overwhelmed and tired new Mum
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