Reflexology in Basildon

Reflexologist - Richard Baldwin

Reflexology is offered by Richard Baldwin - an experienced and qualified reflexologist. Richard trained and qualified with the British School of Reflexology, in Harlow, Essex, in June 1994.

Prices

Reflexology £35 per session (approx 1 hour)
Money received from reflexology appointments is donated to local charity.

To schedule an appointment please call Richard on 07956 353564 and mention "Pathways". Alternatively email him here.

About Richard & Reflexology

After qualifying, to further his experience and to give back to the local community Richard worked as a volunteer reflexologist in St. Josephs Hospice in Bethnal Green, East London for about a year. When he moved back to Basildon, he worked in St Luke’s hospice for over two years as a volunteer using his reflexology skills to help staff, carers and patients. Richard finds reflexology helpful and rewarding, witnessing peoples physical and emotional difficulties eased during and after treatments.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy that involves the application of pressure to specific points, known as reflexes, on the feet to encourage the body to heal from within. The therapy is based on the principle that the feet contain 'mini-maps' of the whole body and that by applying pressure using the fingers or thumbs a reflexologist can have a positive effect on the corresponding parts of the body.

A Brief Insight into Reflexology

Reflexology works on the theory that there are reflexes in the feet relative to each and every organ function and part of the human body. Rediscovered in the early part of the 19th Century, reflexology was used to relieve pain during operations. Over the years reflexology has been refined and a greater understanding of its uses has resulted in the treatment you receive today. It was originally called `Zone Therapy' because the body is divided into 10 zones, five zones from each foot.

Reflexology in Basildon Essex

Reiki Reflexology is not a massage, but a stimulating pressure therapy designed to try and relieve everyday problems affecting your body's functions. Many minor problems that you visit your GP with could be helped in some way by reflexology treatments. If in doubt please always consult your GP. One common misconception is that this treatment could be used to diagnose illness - however a problem in your body can be reflected in the whole zone or in one part of your foot - this does not necessarily mean that the sensitivity felt indicates the problem is directly related to that area in your body and you should always consult your GP for medical advice.

You will be asked to give some personal medical history or background to your health, and during your treatment if you experience a sensitivity or sharp pain at a particular point on the foot, inform the reflexologist immediately. Whilst your feet are worked on the sensitivities and disposition of your feet will be recorded on your own file and all information held is strictly confidential.

It has been Richard's experience that in many cases clients will have some sort of reaction to the treatment because complementary therapies in general may often act as a release mechanism for pain or disease within the mind or body, and this could result in an increase of discomfort or magnify the problem temporarily. This is commonly called a healing crisis and this soon passes. To help with this and as a recommendation after each treatment "if possible" double the amount of water you would normally drink and avoid alcohol for at least 3 days. If your GP has advised you to restrict the amount of water you drink please inform your therapist before the treatment. It is not unusual to want to sleep during or after your session, do what your body tells you.

Reflexology could help to release tension, improve nerve and blood supply, and restore balance to the body. However, if you have had a problem for some time it will not be helped immediately, it is not a panacea for all problems. If you have any doubts Richard will be happy to discuss the therapy with you before you book an appointment.

Make sure you enjoy your session by wearing loose comfortable clothing, and give yourself time for the treatment; this is something you can't rush.

The first treatment takes about one hour. Please be on time and allow yourself the pleasure and relaxation that reflexology gives you.

All records kept will be treated as confidential.

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