Menopause is a natural phase of life that every woman will go through, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. hot flushes, night sweats, palpitations, mood swings, insomnia, fatigue, poor concentration, poor memory. and hormonal fluctuations (the list goes on), can take a toll on both the body and mind.
One way to manage symptoms is to ensure you prioritise relaxation. Making time for weekly yoga, meditation, mindful activities, and complementary therapies like reflexology can help ease symptoms. Reflexology can also improve symptoms through stimulating the reflexes that control your hormones.
What Is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a holistic therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears. These points correspond to different organs and systems of the body. By stimulating these areas, reflexology aims to restore balance, improve circulation, and promote relaxation and healing throughout the body.
How Reflexology Helps During Menopause
- Hormonal Balance
Reflexology targets the endocrine system, particularly the pituitary gland, thyroid, adrenal glands, and ovaries. By supporting these glands, reflexology can help regulate hormone production and reduce the intensity of symptoms like hot flushes and night sweats. - Improved Sleep
Many women experience insomnia or disrupted sleep during menopause. Reflexology can calm the nervous system, ease tension, and support deeper, more restful sleep. - Reduced Stress and Anxiety
Reflexology is deeply relaxing. Regular sessions can lower stress levels, which in turn can help with mood swings, anxiety, and even depression that may arise due to hormonal shifts. - Relief from Physical Discomfort
Joint pain, bloating, and headaches are also common during menopause. Reflexology can help reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and ease discomfort in the body by stimulating corresponding reflex points. - A Natural Support System
Unlike medication, reflexology doesn’t add anything to the body—it works by encouraging your own body to heal and balance itself. It’s a gentle, non-invasive therapy that fits well alongside other wellness practices or medical treatments.
What to Expect in a Reflexology Session
During a session, you’ll lie back and relax while a trained reflexologist applies pressure to various points on your feet (or sometimes hands). You might feel a slight tenderness in certain areas, which may indicate imbalances. Most clients leave feeling deeply relaxed, refreshed, and more in tune with their bodies.
Why Choose Reflexology for Menopause?
Every woman’s experience with menopause is unique, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Reflexology offers a tailored, compassionate approach that supports your physical and emotional wellbeing—without side effects. Many clients report feeling more grounded, balanced, and empowered after just a few sessions.
Weekly or fortnightly sessions could be the natural answer you are looking for to help with your menopause symptoms. Contact me, or book in for reflexology to see how I can help you.
Aromatherapy Infused Reflexology.
All my reflexology sessions have elements of aromatherapy. Whether this is through the diffuser or a personalised reflexology balm, I can combine the power of aromatherapy to increase the effects of reflexology.
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