Karen Bagnall

It’s World Reflexology Week, so this feels like the perfect time to talk about something I often see in the treatment room. Many people book their first reflexology treatment because they’re curious, they’ve been given a voucher, or they simply fancy an hour to relax. And then, somewhere between taking their shoes off and getting up from the couch afterwards, they realise: “I should do this more often.” Because reflexology doesn’t have to be something you save for when you’re exhausted,...

When people think about reflexology, they often associate it with stress, anxiety or needing to completely switch off. And while reflexology can be a lovely treatment when life feels particularly full-on, you don’t need to wait until you’re stressed, exhausted or struggling to relax before booking your reflexology treatment. Sometimes the best time to look after yourself is before you feel like you really need to. You don't need to be stressed for Reflexology We’re often very good at waiting...

When people hear the word reflexology, one of the most common assumptions is that it is simply a relaxing foot massage. And while reflexology can certainly feel deeply relaxing, there is a little more to it than that. Reflexology is a complementary therapy based on the idea that different areas of the feet correspond with different areas of the body. During a treatment, specific techniques and pressure are used on these reflex points with the aim of supporting relaxation, easing tension and...