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.

Click on this image to open an interactive chart!

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!