Treatments
I offer the following treatments. Please scroll down for a description of the treatment.
- Foot Reflexology / Deep tissue foot massage
- 'Free your feet'
- Anatomy in Motion movement therapy
- Facial Reflexology / Facial Massage
Reflexology
I offer two types of treatment:
1) A general or maintenance treatment where I work the whole foot in sequence. This suits people who like to use reflexology as a way of preventing illness. It is a deep, relaxing treatment that is fantastic for combating the effects of stress. Frequency of treatments depends on stress levels and the body's ability to manage it. Some people need to come once a week, others once a month or less.
2) A more clinical treatment that targets specific conditions or complaints. After palpating the foot, I focus on the areas related to the problem. These areas can be quite sensitive, but the more time spent on them, the better. The emphasis here is much more on how the client feels after the treatment than on how relaxing the treatment feels at the time.
Number and frequency of treatments is key to recovery. While some straightforward complaints can be resolved in one or two sessions, more complex problems may require a longer course of treatments. When treating specific complaints the ideal frequency is twice a week.
As well as working on the feet I also work on the hands. These tend to be shorter treatments and as such I usually combine them with the feet or face or both. I find a lot of children enjoy having their hands worked on, as well as musicians, therapists and anyone else who uses their hands in a repetitive manner.
Rupert used reflexology to successfully treat muscular pains I was experiencing in the hip and lower back. As I result, I cancelled a planned appointment with a physiotherapist. I would recommend Rupert to anyone looking for a reflexology specialist. In my experience, the results have been outstanding. - Ravjeen Gill
Deep Tissue Foot Massage
This is a treatment predominantly aimed at athletes but is also very helpful for anyone experiencing muscular tightness or restriction anywhere in the body.
So often the key to these problems lie in the feet. If the feet can't move as they should, or one foot is aligned differently to the other, then this is going to impact on the rest of the body.
The main aim of the treatment is to work through any knots or restrictions in the muscles and ligaments and gently mobilize all the bones. This enables the feet to move freely allowing them to pronate and supinate without restriction.
Once this is achieved, specific reflexology techniques can be applied depending on whether one is preparing for an event, aiding recovery post an event or whether there is a particular pain or discomfort that needs addressing.
'Free your feet'
A combination of reflexology, deep tissue massage, foot mobilisations and movement.
This brings together the benefits of reflexology (relaxation, stress relief, improved blood flow, decreased pain etc) with the biomechanical benefits of improved foot function.
We free the feet up with reflexology, massage and mobilisation techniques and then do some simple exercises to promote better foot pronation and supination. The two foot shapes we need to move effortlessly and efficiently.
A great introduction to the Anatomy in Motion way of thinking. You’ll be amazed at the difference in your body when your feet start moving better.
Anatomy in Motion - Movement Therapy
Anatomy in Motion uses standing posture and gait (how we walk) to assess and understand a person’s pain or movement restrictions, and then utilizes simple full body exercises to help free them up and move them out of pain.
See Anatomy in Motion page for more details.
Facial Reflexology Sorensensistem
Developed by the world renowned reflexologist Lone Sorensen, Facial Reflexology is a unique treatment that combines knowledge of Chinese energy meridians and acupuncture points with South American Indian body maps and Vietnamese Dien’ Cham’ techniques.
Using only my fingers and a light rosehip oil, the treatment involves precise stimulation of acupressure points, neurological points and body maps on the face. The stimulation sends impulses through the body’s central nervous system to specific organs and parts of the body. As with foot reflexology, I feels for deposits in the tissue that indicate where there might be weaknesses, and then focus the treatment accordingly.
It is a very relaxing treatment which leaves the skin glowing, as well as being effective at combating a wide range of conditions.
I use it mainly when working with hormonal disorders, sleep problems and issues with the skin.
Results are hugely impressive and still discernible two weeks later. Highly highly recommended" - Natural Health & Beauty - 6 of the best holistic facials
Japanese Facial Lifting Massage
Also developed by Lone Sorensen, this soothing facial massage combines elements of the Facial Reflexology treatment with traditional Japanese facial massage techniques. While this is ostensibly a beauty-treatment, it also has fantastic health and relaxation benefits. After all, how we look and how we feel are inextricably linked.
Using just my fingers and either a rose-hip or frankincense oil, the treatment begins with a gentle stimulation of selected facial acupuncture points. I then assess the reflexology zones using slow pulling motions before focusing the treatment accordingly. This is followed by the Japanese Facial Massage and lymphatic drainage techniques, which are slow, deep and hypnotic.
As well as treating the outer layer of the skin, these combined methods work the meridians, facial nerves and muscles, ensuring a balancing effect for the whole body.
It’s amazing how wonderful this treatment feels. Out of all of them, this probably sends you into the deepest state of relaxation, and you look great after it too!
It can be used as a one-off treatment, giving you a radiant glow and helping you feel relaxed before a special occasion or meeting. Or as a course of treatments, helping to reduce lines and wrinkles, and improve the texture of the skin.
"Rupert has been treating me at my place of work once a week for approximately three months now. Each time, the treatment has felt so good and has left me feeling refreshed and relaxed. It has helped me deeply with menstrual pain. I highly recommend Rupert, he is professional and creates a comfortable and relaxed space. Reflexology has been so helpful to me as it has subsided my pain almost completely and leaves me feeling renewed each time." - Eleni Demetriou
Combination Treatments
While all these treatments are stand-alone treatments, they also work very well in combination. I often combine the feet and face particularly when working with stress-related conditions and hormonal imbalances. And for those who want to do a slightly longer treatment, the feet, face and hands combo is a great way to get a full body MOT and look great at the end too.
