I’ve never tried reflexology before, to be honest I wasn’t totally sure what it was or what it does! Pure Holistics Reflexology is run by Sarah in Brough; she asked if I would like to go along and try it and find out more, so I booked in for a Saturday morning session. She does Reflexology around being a mum to her baby boy, so can slot in appointments at times to suit you. Bringing your baby with you is also an option if they are non-mobile.
Sarah explained that Reflexology is the application of gentle pressure to the reflex points on the soles of the feet to bring about a deep state of relaxation, aid the body’s healing processes and restore a state of balance and well-being. Originating in 4000 B.C. in China, Reflexology has a long history. It is a safe massage therapy which works holistically to reduce the incidence of stress and physical pain associated with lifestyle and a range of health conditions, including IBS, anxiety, insomnia, headaches, PCOS, pre-conceptual care, arthritis, general aches and pains, and many more.
The room Sarah uses is lovely, very calming with a comfy chair, it smelt gorgeous too! She was using a really stylish oil burner which caught my eye, her husband actually makes them and you can buy them on her website here.
I have had a stressful few months (like most people!), juggling work and children, living in fear of my children being sent home from school to isolate, and we’re also trying to move house which is elevating my stress levels further, and my gin intake. Sarah explained how reflexology helps you de-stress and I felt a sense of calm straight away. Sarah made me feel completely at ease and I really enjoyed the session and learning about reflexology. The session lasted an hour and by the end of it I felt like a new person, relaxed and revived.
I found it really interesting that the different parts of your feet are connected to other parts of your body. When Sarah massaged a certain part of my foot it felt slightly uncomfortable and I told her, she explained that that part of my foot is connected to my knee and asked if I have any problems with my knee – I do! I have a recurring netball injury that often twinges when I play or go for a long run. Sarah detected it from the reflexology, she could then work on that area to help it.
I would definitely recommend booking a session with Sarah, whether it is just for relaxation or for holistic therapy of an injury or ailment. I rarely do anything for myself and ‘me time’ is bottom of a long list but I came back from the session a calmer, nicer mum and all of my family noticed how chilled out I was. I will be back for another session, probably just before we move house to get prepared!
First session is £25, subsequent sessions are £20 and last an hour. Find out more on her website here. Or contact Sarah to book by emailing sarah@pure-holistics.com, or texting 07536 111 788.
