Foot Reflexology

Bridge to Wellness is now offering Reflexology treatments. You can be sure that your feet will be in good hands!

Reflexology applies pressure points on the feet that correspond to the individual parts of the body.  It aims to restore balance and harmony by increasing the circulation to the internal organs and glands through the feet.  By working on the reflexes homeostasis can be achieved by un-blocking energy that stagnates in the feet.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy, and works on the feet to help heal the whole person not just the prevailing symptoms.

How can reflexology help me?

Reflexology can be used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium. This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance.

Reflexology has been shown to be effective for:

■ Back Pain
■ Migraine headaches
■ Infertility
■ Arthritis
■ Sleep disorders
■ Hormonal imbalances
■ Sports injuries
■ Digestive disorders
■ Stress-related conditions

Reflexology does not claim to cure, diagnose or prescribe.

Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. After you have completed a course of reflexology treatment for a specific condition, many people find it beneficial to continue with regular treatments in order to maintain health and well-being.

Research has shown the specific techniques of reflexology to be effective and beneficial in many ways. A survey of 170 reflexology studies from 21 countries shows that reflexology is effective, impacting a variety of physical and psychological concerns.

Benefits of Reflexology:

Creates relaxation: From the moment the reflexologist's hands start their work, the relaxation begins as shown in research using EEG brain activity. All together, 24 studies demonstrate reflexology's relaxation effects.

Reduces pain: Pain reduction following reflexology work is documented in 27 studies including research showing impact on individuals of all ages and health states

Ameliorates health concerns: Research shows that reflexology work helps indiviuals of all ages with some 78 health concerns ranging from aggressive behavior Êin children to urinary concerns of the elderly.

Improves blood flow: Separate studies show that reflexology work increases blood flow to the feet, brain, kidneys and intestines.

Aids post-operative recovery: Reflexology work aids recovery after surgery as shown by several studies, reducing pain and lessening the use of post operative analgesics.
Impact on physiological measures (e. g. blood pressure and cholesterol; measurements by ECG, EEG, and fMRI)

Enhances medical care: Reflexology helps where nothing else can for many: phantom limb pain sufferers, neuropathy patients, and hemodialysis patients to name a few.

Benefits mental health: Research demonstrates that reflexology can reduce depression (11 studies) and anxiety (9 studies).

Complements cancer care: Pain, nausea, vomiting, and/or anxiety eased for chemotherapy patients following reflexology work as shown by16 studies fom 7 countries.

Eases pregnancy, delivery and post-partum effects: Women who received reflexology experienced shorter labor times and used less analgesia. In addition, reflexology showed a positive impact on postpartum depression, anxiety, urination and bowel movements.

In general terms, the benefits of reflexology have to do with the reduction of stress. Because the feet and hands help set the tension level for the rest of the body, they are an easy way to interrupt the stress signal and reset homeostasis, the body's equilibrium.

Reflexology is a complement to standard medical care. It should not be construed as medical advice. It should not be a replacement to medical help. Please use it wisely. We care about your safety.

How do I get results with reflexology?

For best results, apply reflexology techniques to targeted reflex areas consistently. This can be accomplished with self reflexology techniques, those applied by family as well as with the guidance of the professional reflexologist.

Excercises to do at home

You yourself can most easily provide reflexology work frequently and consistently, using self applied techniques to break up the stress patterns in your feet and hands. Apply pressure simply using a foot roller or, for the hands, a golf ball. Think morning, noon and night. Build reflexology into your life. It is easy to do reflexology while doing other activities. Put a foot roller under your desk at work, use a golf ball on your hands while waiting for the kids at school or do either while watching television. Be creative in how and where you apply techniques but be consistent.

Reflexology applied by family or friends provides several benefits: application of pressure techniques, non-invasive touch and an opportunity to visit.

The reflexologist can provide you with a relaxing experience, quality technique application as well as educate you in excercises to do at home. 

For more information, contact:

Jim Prestin, Certified Reflexologist & Licensed Massage Therapist
Tel. 864-248-7004
Email phoneixbird1@gmail.com

*** Available by appointment only starting in December on Monday thur Friday from 9am to 1pm or Saturdays (first and third Saturday of the month) from 10 am to 2pm  ***

Prices(Please make an appointment by telephone or email)

"Introduction to Reflexology Target Therapy" session (30 minutes) $15 and one follow-up session (30 minutes) $20. Afterwards, regular fees apply (Note: The "Intro Special" is available on first and third Saturday of every month, starting in December. Please call to schedule your appointment.)

Reflexology Session (1 hour) $65

Body Tune-up (1 hour) $65

Deep Tissue Massage (1 hour) $60