RZT is a specific clinical form of reflexology used to treat particular conditions. Similar to Reflexology the feet are considered to be a map of the whole body. Manipulating, stimulating or sedating specific pressure points or zones on the feet can elicit a response in the area of the body to be treated making this therapy ideal for treating some of the minor ailments and discomforts experienced in pregnancy.
Please note, RZT is not a foot massage but it can still be very relaxing.
Although not an exhaustive list these are some of the common reasons people book Reflex Zone Therapy treatments with Pregnancy Therapies
- General relaxation and stress relief
- Anxiety & fear
- Pregnancy related Nausea (Morning sickness)
- Ankle & leg oedema (swelling)
- Back ache /sciatica / pelvic girdle pain
- Constipation
- Preparation for birth, encouraging labour to start and avoiding medical induction of labour
- Postnatal recovery