Structural Reflexology®: A Path to Foot Health
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Structural Reflexology® is an innovative yet gentle foot-based approach created by Geraldine Villeneuve that focuses on analyzing foot alignment and function to alleviate foot-related issues.
It focuses on how the feet are shaped, how they move, and how they affect the rest of the body.
By improving foot alignment and reducing tension, this method helps ease pain and discomfort at the source. By assessing the foot's structure, this method aims to correct painful symptoms, often caused by underlying tension in different areas of the body.
What Is Structural Reflexology®?
Structural Reflexology combines Geraldine's background in massage, science, and education. Structural Reflexology® looks at the feet as the body’s foundation. When the feet are under stress, it can affect muscles, joints, and posture throughout the body.
The goal is to release tension not only in the feet but also across the whole body. This is done through foot assessment, reflexology, and gentle hands-on techniques that relax muscles and ligaments.
What Happens in a Session?
A session begins with a careful foot assessment. The practitioner may measure foot length and arch height and observe how you walk using an ink pad to find pressure points.
You relax on a comfortable couch while the practitioner uses soothing balms and gentle pressure on your feet and lower legs. After the session, you receive simple aftercare tips and exercise you can practise at home.
Benefits of Structural Reflexology®
This approach may help to:
- Reduce stress in the feet and the whole body
- Ease muscle tightness and joint tension
- Improve foot movement and comfort
- Support better circulation and nerve function
Structural Reflexology® represents a holistic path to better foot health and overall well-being, working in harmony with natural footwear designed to encourage natural foot function, strengthen the foot and ankle muscles, and provide adequate space for free toe movement.
For those interested in learning more, Geraldine's books, "Put Your Best Feet Forward" and "Free-Range Feet," provide valuable insights into integrating reflexology with foot function. Embrace the journey to vitality—because healthy feet lead to a healthier life!