Regarding Thai therapy, London residents can choose from five services here at Kobkun – traditional Thai massage, herbal compress, aromatherapy massage, pregnancy massage and reflexology. Apart from providing relaxation to clients, each of these modalities has its own unique set of benefits.
If you are interested in a Thai Massage reflexology treatment, here are a few things that you ought to know.
What is reflexology?
Reflexology is a treatment developed by the ancient Chinese 3,000 years ago. Practitioners believe that the human feet serve as a virtual roadmap of the body, as millions of nerves can be found there. These nerves are connected to various body parts, and applying pressure to specific areas on the feet can help remedy a variety of issues, including anxiety, headaches, PMS, and sinusitis.
What can you expect during your first treatment session?
Before the treatment commences, your therapist will explain reflexology and how it works. If you have any questions regarding this treatment, your therapist will gladly answer them.
It would be beneficial to tell your therapist about your condition prior to the treatment. This will allow her to know which area of your feet she has to work on.
Before beginning, your therapist will also inspect your feet for sores, open wounds, warts, or bunions and inquire if you are currently experiencing foot or leg pain that may affect the treatment.
How will the therapist go about the session?
Reflexologists often begin the session by working on the whole foot, starting with the toes and then moving on to the rest of the foot.
If you have a specific condition that you want your therapist to help you with, she will focus on the corresponding part of your feet. For example, if you are experiencing a headache on your right side, the reflexologist will work on the toes of your left foot.
What can you expect to experience during the treatment?
Reflexology can bring about relaxation and an increased awareness of the various parts of the body. It is also fairly common for most people to experience physical and emotional reactions. These include foot perspiration, lightheadedness, sleepiness, relief from pain, relaxation, and, in some cases, muscle contraction.
Note that these effects, even those that may seem adverse, only mean that the body is on its way to healing itself. They will usually resolve themselves between 24 and 48 hours after the treatment.
What should you do after the treatment?
After your therapy session, you will be advised to drink plenty of water. This will allow your body to flush out toxins. It is also advisable to avoid alcohol and heavy meals for the rest of the day.