Disorders of the digestive tract, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), constipation and diarrhoea are some of the most common problems suffered by the British; and many people are too embarrassed to seek help. It is estimated that over a third of the population regularly suffers from digestive illnesses.
Jennie Levick, National Director of the International Institute of Reflexology® (UK) claims: “Reflexology can be extremely beneficial to anyone suffering with a digestive disorder. It is a natural therapy and works to balance the organs and glands in the body, encouraging all of the systems to work together in harmony.
“A qualified Reflexologist will conduct a full consultation with a client, to discuss health and lifestyle, before putting together a customised treatment programme, which may involve working the reflexes on the hands and/or feet using a special thumb and finger-walking technique. The theory is that each reflex point corresponds to an organ, gland or part of the body.
“Reflexology is an amazing way of relieving stress and relaxing clients,” said Jennie. “An irritated bowel may be caused by stress or anxiety, and by relaxing the whole body, many of the distressing symptoms will simply disappear.”
To find a qualified reflexologist in your area, visit www.reflexology-uk.net or telephone the International Institute of Reflexology® on 01142 812100. Reflexologists trained by the Institute hold the letters MIIR (Reg’d) and practise the Original Ingham Method® of Reflexology which has been used for over fifty years, with amazing effects.
Isn’t it time to take time out to care for your gut the natural way?