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October 2020
Reflexology to the Rescue!
We hope you had a wonderful summer despite the challenging times. We have been busy with treatments and training, and are looking forward to seeing many of you again this fall. Continued education and training in the field of reflexology is a passion of Cathy's and an important business value of Ebb & Flow Reflexology. Recent training has enabled Ebb & Flow Reflexology to expand our service offering. Read on to learn more:
Auricular (Ear) Reflexology
What is Auricular Reflexology?
The ear represents a micro-system of the body (just like the feet) with points on the ears for areas physical and emotional. Applying pressure to points on the ear can:
Release tension in the body and help to completely relax
Increase circulation
Increase blood flow, lymph and Qi
Make the eyes brighter
Benefit the ears themselves
What are ear seeds?
Ear seeds are created from the seed of the Vaccaria plant. The natural seeds are affixed to points on the ear with self-adhesive tape. When pressed, the seeds exert continuous mild pressure being amplified with finger tip pressure.
What Treatments are Offered?
Head to Toe Reflexology Treatment: Begins with a relaxing epsom salt foot bath. Followed by a full ear treatment with 2 seeds placed based on assessment and clients needs. Next is a rejuvenating full hour treatment on the feet. This treatment is 90 minutes and $130
Standard Ear Reflexology: Full ear treatment with 2 seeds placed based on assessment and clients needs. This treatment is 45 minutes and $60
Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes (plantar fascia). Ignoring plantar fasciitis may lead to foot, knee, hip and/or back problems.
What Treatments are Offered?
Plantar Fasciitis Add-on to Reflexology Treatment: Addresses and relieves the pain associated with plantar fasciitis. This 30-minute treatment can be added on to a standard 60-minute reflexology treatment and is an additional $40
Toe Trainers & Bunion Busters
Ebb & Flow Reflexology is now selling two popular and effective tools that help your feet at home.
Toe Trainers help to:
Relieve foot pain
Reduce overall tension, assisting with neuroma and bent toes
Strengthen muscles & tendons
Improve circulation
Bunion Busters:
Provide big toe support for improved structure and function
Help reduce friction pain
Limit bunion development
$20 each pair - available at the studio!
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Thank you for your continued support!
May 2020
We’re Back!
It has been a challenging time this Spring but we are delighted to announce that we are now booking clients starting June 1st!
Our booking process has remained the same:
Fill in our contact form
Or email directly: ebbandflowreflexology@gmail.com
Our Plan for Protecting Our Clients & Ourselves
Our Commitment
Our space and high-touch surfaces will be sanitized before you come and after you leave
Hand sanitizer will be provided on entry
We will wear a mask at all times
We will continue to book individual clients with lots of time between appointments for sanitation and no risk of interaction
Your Commitment
Please cancel your appointment if you are feeling unwell, have visited someone unwell, and/or have travelled outside the country in the last 14 days. There is no penalty for cancellations, even last-minute.
Use hand sanitizer when you arrive
Wear a mask during your appointment
Reflexology Services included in Phase 2 of BC's Restart Plan
Along with acupuncture, massage therapy, and physiotherapy, reflexology is considered an effective therapeutic complimentary health practice. As such, it has been included in the list of health services to be offered in Phase 2 of BC's Restart Plan.
January 2020
Happy New Year! Winter 2020 Newsletter
Happy Valentine's Day!
In honour of love, we are offering a Valentine's Day special!
Treat your special loved one to a complete reflexology package and rejuvenate their bodies & minds.
New Service Add-ons
Refreshing Foot Bath with Exfoliating Foot Scrub
We are delighted to now offer a cleansing Epsom salt foot bath and gentle foot scrub while you relax with a cup of tea. Service add-on $15
Ear Seeding
Targeted relief you wear in your ear! Tiny seeds of the vaccaria plant are placed on key points of the ear using adhesive tape. Seeds can be kept in the ears for up to a week and are stimulated by pressing on them. They can be easily removed at any time by the client. This add-on service will cover 3 master points on each ear (total of 6 seeds). Service add-on $15
November 2019
Winter 2019 Newsletter
Gear up for the holidays!
Getting ready for the holidays can be a busy & stressful time. Fear not - we are here to help!
Reflexology Treatment is:
- The perfect gift - treat someone special with a gift card to use at their convenience
- The perfect escape - wind down from the holiday madness (and use up your employee benefits if you have them!)
Reflexology Community
We are joining forces with the brand-new Reflexology Experience opening in Cook Street Village this month. Their modern reflexology concept, which offers walk-in express treatments as well as traditional advance bookings in open spaces or private rooms, has been so popular in Calgary that they have expanded into Victoria.
2020 Reflexology Conference Victoria, BC
April- 24-26, 2020
3 Days, 9 Speakers, 2 Panel Discussions - Ebb & Flow are excited to be a part of this big conference coming to Victoria next spring!
Here’s what the conference plans to explore:
“One of the beauties of reflexology is that it is very versatile. You can enjoy reflexology on your feet, hands, ears, face, etc. It can be very effective for managing pain, dealing with mobility issues, blood and circulation, stress, and more!
All knowledge seekers are welcome to join us no matter where you have been trained, which association you belong to, or which country you call home. All are welcome!
We’re expecting 10 different experts to help us explore the different shades of reflexology. Attendees of this conference will receive key practical information and techniques to enhance their practices and their interactions with their clients and grow their client base. From Reflexology and Meridian Theories to Reflexology for pain patients, Reflexology and the Ears and more… join us as we explore the reflexology universe.”
We’re looking forward to learning, connecting and celebrating all things reflexology!
Learn more on their website: https://reflexologyconference.com/
Feel relaxed and focused on your mental and physical health as you settle back into routine with a reflexology treatment. Reflexology increases circulation and brings the body to a relaxed state so you can have the rest you need to tackle the change in season and schedule. Our studio is recently refreshed, includes a warmer on the table, and a calming ambiance to melt your worries away.
Time to Celebrate - Reflexology could be covered by your insurance
Your insurance benefits could cover your next reflexology treatment! As more and more employers are recognizing the proven health benefits of reflexology, coverage of the treatment is rapidly expanding. Check your insurance plan to see if reflexology is covered, and if it's not, submit a request to have it added to your coverage or your employer's group health insurance.
World Reflexology Week
September 23 - 29, 2019
This World Reflexology Week we’ll be exploring all the different reflexology modalities and encouraging everyone to discover the reflexology technique that’s right for them!
Join us for a special event hosted at the Victoria Public Market located in the old Hudson Bay Building at 1701 Douglas Street.
Saturday Sept 28, 2019, 12pm-4pm
15-20 minute foot/hand or ear reflexology treatments will be offered with a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist
If you have wanted to try reflexology or get a friend or family member to understand its benefits, this is the perfect (and free) opportunity!
Services are expanding to include ear reflexology! While I practice this new technique and gain experience, I'm including it complimentary with a foot reflexology session for the months of July & August 2019. Mention you would like to try it at your next appointment!
Ear reflexology is the stimulation of the auricle of the external ear for health conditions in other parts of the body using specific hand and finger techniques.
Ear Seeding is where tiny seeds of the vaccaria plant are placed on key points of the ear using adhesive tape. Ear seeds can reduce headaches and back pain, as well as treat addiction and prevent cravings. Seeds can be kept in the ears for up to a week and can be stimulated by pressing on them. They can be easily removed at any time by the client.
visit: https://reflexologyconference2019.com/ for details
2019 Reflexology Conference Halifax. April/May 2019
Halifax was a great success. I had the opportunity to meet and network with other like minded Reflexology Therapists, listened to some great international speakers on the science of Reflexology and the future of this healing modality. I took a workshop from David Wayte from the UK on Finger Free Reflexology which allows me to apply different pressure with different parts of my hands to preserve my sometimes overworked fingers and thumbs.
In the coming months I will be offering auricular therapy (ear reflexology) along with ear seeding to stimulate reflexes and offer another way to release tension in the body and improve circulation, which then gives the body a natural way to heal.
Serving as Secretary for the Reflexology Association of BC Chapter keeps me busy with other Directors helping spread the word and work of Reflexology and supporting all BC members. Our provincial AGM is coming up in June and looking forward again to connect to other BC members