How Reflexology is Different
The predominant mode of healing in our western culture for the last century has been disease management. Led by allopathic medicine utilizing surgery and pharmaceutical drugs there has been a strong focus on removal and alleviation of symptoms. This may be perceived as a crisis intervention model of healing. When symptoms are identified, the doctor will diagnose the condition and prescribe treatment to manage and eliminate these symptoms.
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ADDRESSING PAIN WITH REFLEXOLOGY
Pain can take many different forms from migraine headaches, to arthritis, to cancer, to injury to soft tissue (including surgery), to bone fractures, to sciatica, to unexplainable pain with fibromyalgia, etc. No matter what kind of pain we are talking about, the simple presence of pain has a negative effect on the quality of our life and our ability to function – which makes the reduction of pain desirable.
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Would you enjoy an Aromatherapy massage?
Aromatherapy is more than just lighting some incense or burning an oil candle and enjoying the beautiful smells that fill the room. It’s a therapy, which means it has a higher purpose (other than smelling great) – and it can potentially aid healing strategies. This article will help determine if it's right for you.
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Day spa do's and don’ts
Are you planning a girl’s day out? Want to do something nice for your girlfriend, mother, sister or best friend? A trip to a day spa is becoming a popular treat - but it's important to know what happens behind the scenes so you don't cause offence.
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