How can reflexology help me?

Reflexology can be used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural healthy balance, resulting in good health & well-being.  It may help to release congestion & stress/tension from the various systems of the body thereby helping to alleviate dis-ease in the body, mind & spirit.

Who can benefit from reflexology?

Reflexology is suitable for all ages and for every stage of your life from trying to conceive, giving birth, babies & children, adults with health problems, elderly & those in palliative care.  This gentle, natural therapy is a relaxing & enjoyable experience and many people use reflexology as a way of reducing stress & relaxing the mind & body as well as helping many common ailments they suffer from.

What happens at a treatment
session?

When coming for your first reflexology session you will be asked to complete a short medical questionnaire.  This helps to give the practitioner an understanding of your health issues and any specific needs. You will be asked to remove your footwear and seated in a reclining chair. Gentle pressure will be applied to the various reflex points of both feet (or hands if appropriate). The session normally lasts an hour (including consultation) and will end with some gentle foot exercises & massage. Sometimes after receiving reflexology you may experience a slight healing reaction such as sinuses clearing, a runny nose, runny eyes or a more frequent need to pass water.  This is a result of the body eliminating toxins & any reaction felt should not last long. It is advisable to drink water after a treatment to help flush out any toxins. After treatment you normally feel very relaxed, possibly sleepy & sometimes energized.

Price for treatment

60mins – £30

How Can Maternity Reflexology Help Me?

Maternity Reflexology aims to optimise the health potential of the mother to be and help the body mind and spirit prepare for the arrival of the miracle of a new life. It aids relaxation and may help with some of the following common symptoms during pregnancy;

• Headaches
• Nausea and sickness
• Constipation
• Heartburn and reflux
• Emotional disturbances and mood swings
• Swelling
• Back pain and sciatica
• Anxiety and stress

There are also various techniques that can be used which aim to help alleviate Pelvic Girdle Pain.

Reflexology in the post-natal period aims to help restore your body, mind & spirit to a balanced state after the stresses of giving birth. Its aims are:

• encourage your menstrual cycle to return to normal
• assist recovery following an epidural
• aid recovery following a Caesarean section
• ease breastfeeding discomfort and encourage lactation
• alleviate anxiety and the “baby blues”
• ease digestive problems

Baby reflex lessons can also be provided giving you confidence in using non-invasive, drug free methods to help with minor ailments your baby may have.
 

Price for treatment:

60mins – £30

How can indian head massage help me?

Indian Head Massage is performed in a chair, fully clothed (no oil) or with a towel round upper body & oil used and is great for reducing stress, headaches, improving sleep and general health and well-being. The therapy treatment includes massage of the head, neck, shoulders and upper back to provide a soothing and holistic treatment. This Ayurvedic approach to health treats the person holistically; mind, body and spirit. Indian Head Massage is used regularly as part of this approach to health.

What are the benefits of indian head massage

Some of the benefits may include:

• helping you feel calmer & more relaxed
• helping reduce your physical muscular tension
• helping to lower high blood pressure
• helping reduce tension headaches and stress
• helping to increase your energy levels
• helping to improve your sleep
• helping your ability to focus and concentrate

As a seated, clothed treatment it is easily adaptable to home and the workplace.

Price for treatment

30mins – £20
45mins – £25
60mins – £30

What Does A Reiki Treatment Involve?

The Reiki therapist channels this healing energy (Ki) through their hands, which are placed on or just above various parts of the recipient’s fully clothed body, in a sequence of positions.  This stimulates the body’s own natural ability to heal itself and creates a state of balance.  Reiki is used to heal through the unblocking of the life energy, leading to a powerful and energizing, yet relaxing treatment.  The energy flows wherever it is required and can normally be felt as a warm sensation or tingling in the body.

This treatment is ideal for clients suffering from stress, depression, anxiety or following bereavement or purely for relaxation.  Many people describe themselves as ‘feeling lighter’ after a treatment.

Some of the benefits of Reiki may be to;

• Support the body’s natural ability to heal itself
• Balance the body’s energies
• Loosen blocked energy
• Promote a state of relaxation
• Give a sense of well-being on all levels – physical, mental, emotional & spiritual

Price for Treatment

30mins – £20

60mins – £30

90mins – £45

How a Hopi Ear Candle treatment works

The process of Hopi ear candling involves a specially designed hollow candle made of natural ingredients. When the candle is lit & one end gently inserted just inside the ear a moderate suction action is created called the chimney effect. The suction that is formed draws the impurities from within the ear and helps to loosen excess or compacted ear wax.
The movement & energy of the flame sends tiny vibrations down the candle which gently massages the tympanic membrane (also known as the ear drum). This massage causes any excess pressure within the inner ear to be released. This may be particularly helpful for people who suffer from pain in the ear when flying or diving.

The number of Hopi treatments that may be needed to help a problem depends on the length of time you have had the condition and what condition you are suffering from. The longer you have had the condition the more treatments that may be needed before there is a noticeable improvement however this varies for each person. Although anyone can be treated with Hopi Ear Candles, including children, there are cases where Hopi should not be used as follows;
• Infection or inflammation of the ear
• Surgery on the ear within the last 3 months
• Perforation of the ear drum
• Lack of ear drum
• Auricular cysts
• Grommets, drains or ventilation tubes fitted
• Known allergy to candle contents (beeswax, honey extracts, sage, St John’s Wort, camomile, beta-carotene and organically grown flax)

Providing you have none of these existing conditions you can have a Hopi Ear Candle treatment.

What a typical treatment session entails

You are asked to lie comfortably on one side and listen to relaxing music. The candle is then lit at one end & the opposite end is gently placed into the auditory canal. I hold it in a vertical position, my hands keeping the candle steady and preventing any ash falling on to you. You will experience a pleasant crackling sound as the candle burns and a warm comfortable feeling. As the candle burns down, the residue ash (if it falls) will just turn to dust. The candle is then taken away & a brief massage is given round the ear area while you lie there for a few moments before turning over to treat the other ear. You then lie on your back and a massage is given to the face/scalp. Most clients find the whole experience very relaxing & some even fall asleep during treatment.

Price for treatment

30-40mins – £25

FAQ’s about Hopi Ear Candles:

Here is a list of some typical questions about Hopi Ear Candles. If you have a question that is not covered here, please contact me.

Does the residue of the candle go into the ear?
No – the candles are made with a filter inside which prevents anything going into the ear.

Does it help to have a treatment before taking a flight?
Yes it may help – if you have no ear infection or other conditions for not having a treatment on the list above and if you suffer with ears or sinus problems, it is a good idea to have a treatment prior to your flight to help balance the pressure in the inner ears.

I suffer from a lot of ear wax and often have them syringed. Could I try ear candling instead?
Yes – I have a number of clients who previously endured the discomfort of syringing now visit me for hopi treatment instead.

How will I feel after a treatment?
Most clients find the treatment relaxing and regularly describe a “slight relieved feeling” in the ears and head but also a relaxing and calming effect on the whole system. Try to drink a glass or 2 of water after your treatment.

Reflexology

Reflexology is a gentle treatment applied to the feet or hands. It is based on the principle that all of the body’s organs, glands and systems are reflected in the feet. The practitioner applies gentle pressure to specific reflex points on the feet, releasing energy blockages so that the body can start to heal itself & return to a state of balance. It relaxes the body and mind, promotes calm, relieves stress and tension and creates a feeling of well-being.

Reiki

Reiki involves placing the hands either on or off the body in key areas. Reiki is a gentle and relaxing treatment, which may help mental and emotional wellbeing as well as physical aches and pains. It works on many different levels to bring about a complete sense of wellbeing. This treatment is ideal for those who do not like being touched such as those with autism.

Indian Head Massage

Indian Head Massage is a seated, fully clothed massage to the neck, shoulders and head. It relaxes the whole body and stimulates the flow of energy. This is an enjoyable massage, which helps with mental and emotional problems as well as physical aches and pains.

Hopi Ear Candles

A Hopi Ear Candle treatment (also known as Thermo-Auricular Therapy) is a pleasant and non-invasive treatment of the ears, used to treat a variety of conditions including ear congestion, sinus problems and headaches and is also worth trying if your child suffers repeatedly from ear infections.

Prices for children up to age 12

20mins – £10
30mins – £15
Hopi Ear Candles £5 extra
See adult prices for teenagers

Why do we offer Therapy Taster Parties and how much does it cost?

This gives us the opportunity to provide a range of different treatments for you to try. We can provide more than one type of therapy to give you additional choice. Massage Therapies, Reflexology, Reiki, Indian Head Massage, or a Thai Foot Massage treatment takes 30 minutes and cost £15.00. The Thermo Auricular Therapy (Hopi Ear Candle) treatment takes 30 minutes and costs £20.00 The minimum number required for a party is 4 and the maximum depends on space/time available. The organiser will need to collect a £5.00 non refundable deposit from each guest which will need to be paid to us no later than 7 days prior to the party date and the remainder of the cost will be paid directly to the therapist at the party. If any of the guests want to have an additional treatment then this will cost an extra £12.00 per half hour, (£18.00 for Hopi Ear Candles). There may be an additional one off charge made if the party is outside Edinburgh.

What happens at the party?

• The therapist(s) arrives at your house with all the equipment required for their therapies. They will arrive and set up in time to start treatments at the requested start time. A separate room to provide these treatments would be preferable (i.e. dining room, bedroom or conservatory ideally on the ground floor).
• You will have already been sent an appointment form which will show the therapies that each therapist can provide.
• Your guests will choose which treatments they would like to try prior to arriving at the party.
• Once you know how many treatments each therapist will be providing the guest names can be written on the Therapy Party Time Table form. If a guest is having more than one treatment please ensure their treatment times don’t clash.
• Each guest receives their taster treatment(s).

These treatments can be provided over lunch time in a separate room or can be adapted for 5 or 10min treatments at your desk.

For school staff, why not book a therapy session for your next in-service day or during health week.

Relaxation workshops are also available in the workplace. (link to Relaxation for adults page)

Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Prices for therapies

15minutes £8
20minutes £10
30minutes £15

An extra charge may apply depending on location & any parking charges.
 

Special Offer – Free 1 hour Workplace Therapy Taster Session

To see how worthwhile therapies in the workplace are, our therapist can come along & give 3 or 4 staff taster sessions in Hand Reflexology or Indian Head Massage.

What is Relax Kids?

Relax Kids is for for children age 4 – 8. It offers a unique system of children’s relaxation & personal development that has been used by thousands of parents, teachers, play workers & therapists. Relax Kids has been devised & developed by Marneta Viegas – UK’s leading expert in children’s relaxation. She has personally trained the Relax Kids Coaches to enable them to take their own Relax Kids classes.

What are the benefits?

Relax Kids is a gentle & fun way of introducing children to the world of relaxation, helping them to build their confidence, self-worth & become aware of & manage their feelings/moods. Teaching children simple relaxation techniques is one of the keys to helping them grow in a balanced & well rounded way. These skills are also invaluable in helping children deal with the pressures of life as they grow up.
 

What’s involved during a session?

Relax Kids classes normally last 45mins & aim to develop concentration, creativity & self-esteem with stretching & breathing exercises, peer massage, positive thinking & simple visualisations with the theme being on having fun!

Classes are available for:
Nurseries
Schools – health week, golden time, lunch time or after school activity
Groups – rainbows/brownies/beavers etc
Organisations helping children deal with difficult circumstances/situations

Some examples of prices;

1 class for up to 20 children – £25
1 school day of approx. 6 classes (up to 33 children per class) – £200 (additional classes cost £30 each)

An extra charge may apply depending on location & any parking charges. Please contact us for prices specific to your requirements.

If you do not have a budget available for Relax Kids classes or products, we have various ways to help with fund-raising where you can earn UP TO 50% of funds raised.

We also have workshops available for teachers/adults which are an excellent method of relaxation as well as giving techniques that can be used in the classroom.