Fertility Reflexology

Reflexology is a particularly successful fertility boosting therapy when used in conjunction with a healthy diet and lifestyle. Apart from relaxation, it can also boost blood circulation, help balance hormonal levels and regulate the menstrual cycle. It is particularly useful in cases of sub-fertility and can be performed on both partners to promote optimum fertility. Reflexology can also help clients undergoing fertility treatment (IVF, IUI, ICSI and clients on medicated cycles), as the increased blood circulation seems to enhance the effects of medical fertility treatment.

• Promote deep relaxation to maximize chances of conception
• Regulate hormonal imbalances & improve sperm production
• Stimulate the reproductive organs
• Dietary and food supplementation guidance

A trial was conducted in Denmark in 1994 by Leila Erikson, Chairman of the Danish Reflexology Association. 108 women with an average age of 30 who had been trying to conceive for an average of 6.7 years were given a one year course of reflexology treatments, of the 61 women who remained in the trial 19 of these conceived within six months of completing the treatment.

Reflexology can also help clients undergoing IVF treatment as the increased blood circulation seems to enhance the effects of medical fertility treatment. I work with clients up to implantation of an embryo and then again after 12 weeks once the pregnancy has become established.

I use a combination of Vertical Reflexology techniques (VRT) which are performed whilst the client is standing to stimulate and balance the hormone system and emotions. The remainder of the treatment is given in a reclining chair and is deeply relaxing.

The Association of Reflexologists has also found reflexology to be of assistance to those women suffering from endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which can be a primary cause of fertility problems in women as well as abdominal discomfort.