Women's Health & Wellbeing

Conditions and problems clients brought to their treatment sessions

Multiple Sclerosis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

IBS

Fibromyalgia

Stress and anxiety

Poor sleep

Muscular aches and pains

Breast cancer/other cancers

Endometriosis

Polycystic ovary syndrome

See also:

Pregnancy Reflexology

Pregnancy Massage

Birth Trauma Recovery

Lymphoedema

 

 

 

Menopause 

It is estimated that about 80% of UK women will experience some symptoms around the menopause and beyond. These may include:

 

  • low mood or anxiety

  • difficulty sleeping

  • problems with concentration and memory

  • hot flushes

  • night sweats

  • reduced sex drive

  • vaginal dryness

  • palpitations

  • skin changes

 

These symptoms are due to a reduction in hormone levels (oestrogen & progesterone)

and usually affect women between the ages of 45 – 55 (although may happen earlier)

 

While the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause can have a big impact on every day life, we now know that a number of lifestyle and self help activities can help the transition process.

 

Before we become peri/menopausal, oestrogen and progesterone act as our calming hormones, protecting us from our stress hormones (cortisol). As our oestrogen and progesterone levels drop, we become more susceptible to the effects of stress. This is why anxiety symptoms and sleep disturbances are common.

 

Studies tell us that raised cortisol levels can increase the likelihood of severe menopause symptoms (1). Relaxation, should therefore be a priority.

 

How Does Reflexology Help?

Reflexology helps to promote deep relaxation. As a level 5 reflexologist, I can also offer a listening ear and some practical lifestyle suggestions that will help beyond your treatment.

 

What Happens at the appointment?

A full  health history is taken at the first appointment to ensure that treatment is safe and appropriate - this is updated at any follow up appointments. A full explanation about the benefits of reflexology follows and gives you time to ask questions.

You will be in a safe and comfortable position on the couch for your treatment which lasts 45-60 minutes.

After your treatment you will be given time to bring yourself back into the moment and have a drink of water.

 

Beyond Menopause

Having adjusted to the changes that menopause has brought about, we now find ourselves in a new stage of life. For many this can be the start of something exciting and fulfilling.

However, as we have already identified, the shift in our hormonal landscape can make us more vulnerable to anxiety states. 

As we age, we are often facing new stressors such as health concerns; changes in our working lives and other identities; loss of friends or partners and less certain financial and home situations.

 

How Does Reflexology Help?   

Reflexology helps to promote deep relaxation. Continuing with regular treatment sessions will help to improve sleep and reduce cortisol levels. As with menopause reflexology, I can also offer some practical lifestyle suggestions that will help beyond your treatment. 

 

What Happens at the appointment?

A full  health history is taken at the first appointment to ensure that treatment is safe and appropriate - this is updated at any follow up appointments. A full explanation about the benefits of reflexology follows and gives you time to ask questions.

You will be in a safe and comfortable position on the couch for your treatment which lasts 45-60 minutes.

After your treatment you will be given time to bring yourself back into the moment and have a drink of water.

 

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Photo of my mum and aunt in their twilight years. Posted with permission from the family. 

 

Testimonials

Shared with the consent of clients 

Names are withheld to protect authors' identities 

 

Stress, Anxiety & Menopause Symptoms

Lynne is a highly qualified and exceptionally skilled Reflexologist with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Her medical background adds an extra dimension to her ability, allowing her to approach treatments with a deep understanding of the body's systems and how they interact.

 

She is professional, compassionate, and deeply committed to the well-being of her clients. Lynne takes the time to listen, assess individual needs, and tailor her treatments accordingly. Her gentle yet effective techniques have helped me to find relief from anxiety, stress and symptoms of menopause. 

 

I highly recommend Lynne to anyone seeking an expert Reflexology treatment from a knowledgeable, caring and intuitive lady. She gives with so much love. 

 

fertility

Before and during my IVF FET treatment to (successfully!) conceive my second child, I had the pleasure of a few reflexology treatments with Lynne.

 

My sessions with Lynne really helped me to relax and stay balanced in mind and body. I always left the appointment feeling much lighter emotionally than when I had arrived.

 

She has a warm and friendly manner which makes you feel held and cared for. This welcoming nature coupled with her deep understanding of the human body and mind makes Lynne the perfect therapist for complementary treatment of all manner of women’s health concerns. 

 

Pregnancy

I booked a pregnancy reflexology session with Lynne in the hopes that it would help me from going too far overdue like I did with my first baby. She advised me that some of the points she would work on to encourage baby to come out may be sensitive, but also said she could adjust her pressure if it felt too much. I found it completely comfortable and just focused on the fact that it was hopefully helping to move things along with baby! The whole session was very relaxing and pleasant. I felt calm and rested and I slept through the night very peacefully. My boy came one day before due day and I am sure this treatment took a great part of it. I highly recommend reflexology treatment if you are looking to unwind, relax and take some time out for yourself. 

 

Stress & Women's Health

I always look forward to my reflexology sessions with Lynne, she is very warm and welcoming and I feel very relaxed and calm during and afterwards, particularly when life has been quite stressful. She is also very knowledgeable and explains her findings, I feel her background in nursing and women's health really shines through during the whole experience. I would recommend Lynne's reflexology to anyone. I am excited to try out both hand and facial reflexology going forward!

 

Self Care & Chronic Health Conditions

I have always liked my feet being massaged and had read about Reflexology treatments and how beneficial they can be to your wellbeing

I have now had several Reflexology sessions with Lynne and I go into her den and enter a soft calm zone filled with beautiful music and soft lighting. I leave feeling physically and mentally rejuvenated.

Thank you Lynne.

 

Hot Stone Reflexology

I had an amazing Hot Stone Reflexology with Lynne. I drifted off to sleep as usual, even though it was different to hands on Reflexology and I was trying to take in the experience! Definitely recommend.

Thank you Lynne

 

Face Reflexology

Thank you Lynne for a blissful face reflexology today. Can't wait until the next one!