Reflexology is a complementary health therapy that can effectively promote deep relaxation and wellbeing. By reducing stress in people’s lives, it helps optimise good health and build resilience. It’s based on the theory that different points on the feet, lower leg and hands correspond with various areas of the body, and reflexologists work these points using their hands with light to firm pressure.
However it’s viewed, reflexology offers a period of relaxation where clients receive one-to-one attention and supportive touch in an empathetic, listening environment. It can be safely used alongside standard healthcare to promote better health.
I’m qualified to Level 5 — one of the most advanced practitioner standards in reflexology. It’s an in-depth qualification comparable to a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma, reflecting a deep understanding of reflexology theory, anatomy and practice, and the clinical skill to work with a wide range of conditions.
To put that in context, a Level 3 qualification — roughly A-level standard — covers the essentials. Level 5 goes considerably further in both depth and breadth, and I trained throughout under the expert guidance of David Wayte, a recognised expert in the field.
As part of my Level 5 practitioner course, I treated clients with digestion, hormonal, sciatica, emotional stress and respiratory conditions. My studies and case work also covered:
- Reflexology for cancer, palliative and chronic illness
- Adaptive Integrated Reflexology (an exclusive technique taught only at IRC-affiliated schools)
- Reflexology for reproductive health, pregnancy and menopause
- Anatomy, physiology and the pathology of disease — understanding why clients become ill or stressed
All treatments, coursework and learning were completed in person.