Reflexology in Haslemere

Reflexology uses gentle pressure or massage on specific points known as reflexes, on the feet, face and hands that are believed to correspond to various parts of the body. When stress or illness occurs in the body, these reflex points feel sensitive and out of balance. Stimulating the reflexes can help to support the body’s own ability to heal and enables a person to feel relaxed, more positive and see improvement in their symptom pattern. 

Reflexology dates back centuries with the earliest reference believed to be around 2500BC recorded as a pictograph along with many other depictions of medical procedures within the “physicians tomb” in the Egyptian pyramids. More recently reflexology can be linked to the research of English neurologist Sir Henry Head in the early 19th century as well as British neurophysiologist Sir Charles Sherrington who published research on the effects of the nervous system on the brain and spinal cord, and how pressure on the reflexes can affect different organs and parts of the body.

Reflexology is an holistic treatment that accounts for the patient’s lifestyle and medical history to provide a personalised treatment.  

The benefits of reflexology are recognised by the NHS and are available to patients being treated at The Royal Marsden for the side effects of treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. 

• Improve circulation 

• Reduce inflammation 

• Improve sleep patterns

• Improve digestion

• Increase energy

• Alleviate the symptoms of menopause

• Improve skin conditions

• Alleviate recurrence of migraines/headaches 

• Reduce urinary tract conditions

• Reduce pain

• Support recovery after injury or surgery

• Improve respiratory problems 

• Alleviate the symptoms of anxiety

To contact Edwina 

Email: edwina@seahorseandstarfish.com

Telephone: 07595 221459