Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive procedure in which therapeutic (manual) pressure is applied to the reflexes of the feet or hands, causing a neural stimulus to be transmitted to the corresponding organs in the body.

Physiologically this stimulation activates various processes within the body, including:

• A general detoxification
• Neurological stimulation (which activates the healing process)
• Increased circulation of all fluids
• Relieved congestion and ultimate rebalancing of the organs functions

The illustration below shows how the organs of the body are mirrored in the reflexes of the feet.

Illustration: Facts of Reflexology – www.reflexology-usa.net

Stimulation of the reflexes, on a regular basis, brings about homeostasis within the organs of the body, and the following are some of the overall benefits of having regular Reflexology treatments:

• Immediate stress relief
• Allergy relief
• Reduction in back and neck tension
• Promotion of good sleeping habits
• Improved digestion
• Rebalancing of hormones
• Promotion of fertility

Stress can be attributed to causing 75% of all illnesses in our society today. 85% of our South African workforce are suffering from stress and stress related illnesses. Thus, many companies have ‘Stress Management’ programs for their staff. There are a few South African companies which have actively addressed the ‘stress’ problem and include Reflexology in their staff wellness centres/programs, as a therapy (on offer to their staff) for managing stress better.

These companies are:

• ABSA
• ABSACapital
• AngloGoldAshanti
• Diagnostech
• FNB
• J.P.MorganChase
• Wesbank
• Barker Insurance Brokers (The BIB Management covers the cost for all their staff to receive Reflexology treatments at work!)

Join the trend - get your workforce working optimally without their stress affecting your productivity levels.

Offer your staff Reflexology at work!