Why Reflexologists Hate Flip-Flops
Do Reflexologists really hate flip flop shoes? YES, yes we do! They're up there with high heels and pointy toe boxes as the worst footwear for healthy feet. 😬 Shoes that require [...]
A Holistic Approach to Plantar Fasciitis
In sixteen years of hanging out with feet I've seen my share of plantar fasciitis and other painful foot conditions. Let me walk you through the most common risk factors I see [...]
Why is my foot pain worse around ovulation?
Estrogen influences the musculoskeletal system in several ways: strengthening bone mass, assisting in building muscle mass and strength, and decreasing stiffness in the tendons and ligaments. The first two are great: strong [...]
Foot and Hand Spa – Apothecary Session
Foot and Hand Spa Apothecary Session is all about giving some much deserved TLC to two of the hardest working parts of your body. This session is a combination of pampering and therapeutic care using hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, herbalism, and bodywork.
Ayurvedic Self-Care Foot Rub Class
“Disease does not go near one who massages his feet before sleeping, just as snakes do not approach eagles.” Ayurvedic medicine teaches us that a foot rub before going to bed can [...]
Energy Toe Hold Webinar
The Energy Toe Hold is a powerfully relaxing technique applied to the toes of the feet. This simple, yet effective, technique can be used on its own or incorporated into a Reflexology or bodywork session.
A Reflexologist’s View of Calluses
Thick, hardened layers of skin develops as a protective response to friction and pressure. A good example would be the calluses you notice on your palms after a season using hand tools [...]
Sole Searching: Reflexology in sickness and in health
When a new client visits my reflexology practice she is coming in with one of two main goals: she is trying to maintain her health, or she is trying to restore her [...]
When it’s anything but reflexology
Reflexology charts hang on every wall and goldfish fill a tank in the far end of the room. You lie down on a couch, sharing the same towels 15 customers before you [...]
FAQ: Does Reflexology Tickle?
Some feet are a bit more ticklish, and their owners often want to know if Foot Reflexology will tickle. When I am working on the feet I am using moderate pressure techniques [...]