Reflexologist, Masseur & Reiki Master/Teacher

Jan Hordern

Reflexology is a powerful holistic therapy, applying pressure to the feet and hands. It helps alleviate the stress and tension of modern day living. Reflexology accelerates the body's natural healing abilities, by striving to balance all body systems, and the emotions locked within these systems.

Reflexology is excellent for self-treatment and even for diagnosis. Envisage the body divided into 10 vertical segments or zones, five on each side. Each finger and toe belongs to one of these zones. A diseased body part will show up as a sore spot in the same segment of the foot or hand. From this the alternative name 'zone therapy' is derived. Usually the feet are more sensitive and, therefore, more suitable for reflex diagnosis and treatment than the hands. In addition the ears, like the irises, contain a reflex map of the body. (We may even assume that every organ and every single cell contains a holistic reflex map of the whole organism.)

In addition, there is a reflex connection between related parts of the legs and arms. A sore knee, for example, may be relieved by pressure on the corresponding location on the elbow on the same side of the body. In a similar way, corresponding locations on the wrist and ankle, and on the hip and shoulder, influence each other. This is especially useful to know when dealing with broken or otherwise injured limbs that do not permit direct treatment.

Reflexology is often combined with other therapies and practices, such as acupressure, shiatsu, and reiki and often involves the hands and other body parts or zones, not just the feet.

Craniosacral Reflexology is a subtle and profound healing therapy, working with the rhythmic motion that arises in the fluids and tissues of the body.

The Craniosacral rhythm is considered an expression of the basic ordering principle of mind and body, reflecting the 'vital force' or life energy throughout the body.

It is the intention to facilitate, by gentle hands on work, the release of resistance and restrictions in the body that impede this ordering principle. You may feel a deep sense of physical and mental relaxation as the restrictions within the Craniosacral System release, and vitality, or life force energy becomes available.

This therapy is so gentle that it is suitable for babies, children, and the elderly, as well as adults and people in fragile, or acutely painful conditions.

Treatment can aid almost any condition, raising vitality and improving the body's capacity for self-repair.

One of the greatest Reiki healing health benefits is stress reduction and relaxation, which triggers the bodies natural healing abilities, and improves and maintains health. Reiki healing is a natural therapy that gently balances life energies and brings health and well being to the recipient.

This simple, non-invasive healing system works with the Higher Self of the Receiver to promote health and well being of the entire physical, emotional and psychic body. Therefore it is truly a system of attaining and promoting wholeness of Mind, Body and Spirit.

Reiki is a specific type of subtle energy work in which healing is performed by the touch of the hands, allowing the flow of the limitless universal source energy to the patient via the Reiki practitioner. It is extremely powerful, yet gentle energy that can be easily channelled to yourself and others, just by intention.

Ear candling is used primarily for cleaning the ears and to promote a healthy atmosphere in the ears, sinus cavities and throat. The process can regulate pressure, assist with postnasal drip, sinusitis, catarrh, migraines, some forms of hearing loss, restoration of equilibrium, relieving tinnitus, vertigo and meniere's syndrome.

The healing properties of the hopi earcandle have its foundation in two primary physical actions. Firstly, the slight underpressure (the chimney effect) inside the earcandle and the vibration of the rising air column serve to gently massage the eardrum and promote secretion in the frontal and paranasal sinuses. This has an immediate subjective effect of regulating ear pressure. Users often describe a soothing, light sensation in the ear/head area. Secondly, the locally applied warmth stimulates vascularisation, invigorates the immune system and reinforces the flow of lymph. At the same time, important acupuncture points and reflex zones are stimulated.

Ear candling dates back as far as 2500 BC. Used by the egyptians, the Chinese the tibetians and other cultures who had the right idea when they practiced earcandling Thousands of years ago.

The same was true of the Aztecs, Incas and Mayans who used "cones" in their religous ceremonies.

Aromatherapy combines the healing, sensitive touch of massage with the aromatic and stimulating benefits of pure organic essential oils.

Essential oils affect our body by working in the following ways. First, the olfactory nerves in the nose are connected to the limbic system of the brain, which is also referred to as the "emotional brain".

As our sense of smell is closely linked to our memory and emotions, oils can be chosen to nurture both the physical and emotional self.

The essential oils are aromatic essences extracted from plants, flowers, trees, fruits, bark, grasses and seeds with distinctive therapeutic, psychological, and physiological properties.

Regular Aromatherapy promotes health and well being by calming the mind gently, and soothing away stresses and anxieties to promote deep relaxation.

The lymphatic system is a complicated network of vessels, ducts, and nodes that moves fluid between the cells and tissues, and distributes the infection fighting and scavenging cells of the body.

When functioning properly it effectively cleanses the tissues and eliminates toxins from the body.

These functions are critical to vibrant health! We call it the "information highway of the immune system" paving the way to maintaining life in humans and animals.

Lymph vessels can become clogged with protein deposits leading to sluggish flow (congestion) and impaired function.

The causes of lymphatic congestion range from: injuries; surgery; inactivity; poor diet; emotional stress; environmental toxins; hormone imbalance; and the normal aging processes.

When this state occurs the blockages cause a backup in the flow of lymphatic fluid, resulting in swelling, or oedema, in the tissues.

Consequently, toxic waste matter cannot effectively be released from the body, nor can the immune system function at optimum performance. The result is a wide range of dysfunction and disease.