I thought it would be fun to share monthly mini-miracles. I will try to post monthly, but this first mini-miracles post is an accumulation of the summer months. Some of these experiences may seem simple, but I assure you they were very significant to my clients:
Arthritic Pain
A woman came in with arthritic pain in her finger. Her finger was so swollen she was unable to wear her wedding ring, snap, or play certain pieces of music on the piano. For 18 months she suffered. She began weekly reflexology sessions. By our 5th session she was able to wear her wedding ring, snap, and play piano pieces she hadn't been able to touch in a year and a half. She now comes in for one to two times a month (as needed) for maintenance. To read about her experience in her own words, click HERE.
Restless Leg Syndrome
A woman had been waking up every night with very uncomfortable and restless legs. Baths and lotions were being used nightly in an effort to calm them, often at 1:00am. Her restless nights resulted in lack of sleep and lack of energy during the day. Understandably, this also effected her mood. She began weekly sessions and happily reports that her restless leg hasn't acted up once! . . .except for that one week when I was gone on vacation. ;)
Knee Pain/Stiffness
A client excitedly reported that she was able to bend her knee as she climbed into bed! Usually she would have to sit on the bed and, leaving her leg straight, pull her leg up onto the bed. She was so excited she even showed me how she could bend her leg behind her and sit on it on the couch!
Weight Loss/Constipation
A woman had been having digestive issues and struggling with constipation since childhood. Her only relief had been found in taking milk of magnesia each night before going to bed. After her first reflexology session she lost an amazing 3 lbs as her digestive tract was finally able to flush itself of all that waste! This was a very pleasant surprise seeing as how the reason for her visit was to relieve shoulder pain. Her shoulder pain was also relieved through our session.
Ovarian Cyst
During our session a client experienced severe pain on her ovarian reflex. This boggled us both as she was unaware of any ovarian problems. I thought it might possibly mean she was ovulating, as many women are more sensitive on that reflex during ovulation. Two days after our session she went to the ER and discovered she had ovarian cysts.
Sometimes a symptom manifests itself in the foot before it is noticed in the corresponding body part. Please keep in mind that a tender reflex does not always indicate a serious problem. It is always a good idea to be aware of your body and seek medical attention if you feel it is necessary. Often times clearing the congestion on the nerve pathway can avoid a complication completely.
Sleep
A client happily reported that she was able to sleep through the entire night without the use of a sleep aid for the first time in she couldn't remember how long. As I tell all my clients, the most common side effect of reflexology is the most restful nights sleep of your life.
Mystery Rash
A client had a very sensitive neck reflex on her right foot during our session. I asked her if her neck or throat had been bothering her or if she carried her tension in her neck. She said no and we continued our session. Her next visit was a few weeks later. When she came in her neck reflex was even more sensitive. I asked, again, if her neck was giving her any problems. Again, she said no. However, when I told her that her lymph reflexes were also congested her memory was sparked and she reported that a few days after our first session she went into the doctor for a strange and very uncomfortable rash on the right side of her neck. She was given antibiotics for the rash. During our second session the rash had diminished to what appeared to be a few scabbed-over bug bites. What was really fascinating was that the neck reflexes on her left foot were sensitive as well, but only on the right side (the side of her neck that had the rash).
A Skeptic With an Ear Infection
Often times a skeptic comes in; someone who is seeking relief from an ailment but has a healthy dose of skepticism coming into the session. These clients tend to leave out certain items on their healthy history. The don't want to tell me what's wrong with them, they want me to tell them. I don't mind when this happens. In fact, I rather enjoy it. More often than not, I find a congested reflex and discover that, yes, they do have a problem with that body part! My most recent skeptic was surprised when I asked if his ears had been bothering him. He had gone to the doctors the day before our session with an ear infection and was currently on antibiotics.
Menstruation
A client had a very sensitive uterine reflex. At the completion of our session she stood to realize she had started her period. She stated that even though she couldn't say she didn't expect her period (she knew it would start that week) she didn't expect it right then! Reflexology is amazing at stimulating normal body functions. On a side note, reflexology can also regulate menstruation as well as drastically reduce menstrual symptoms.
Painful & Tired Feet
A client with an occupation demanding her to be on her feet for an entire shift came in hoping to find some relief. After work her feet were tingling and painful. It was all she could do to kick off her shoes and get into bed. This occurred every night she worked and would require a few days to fully recover. She found relief after her first session and happily reported that her feet felt great at work that night and the feeling stayed with her for 72 hours after her shift ended!
To read testimonials from my clients, click here!
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