Hi Donna,

 
We were taught to give a foot bath before a treatment for hygienic reasons and I
always felt that this was an important part of a Reflexology treatment - that it
relaxed the person and thus aided in making the Reflexology treatment more
effective. 
 
I would use the foot soak time to take a health history and do follow ups
and allow clients to share what was on their mind.  I felt that the time
that they spoke was an important part of the all over treatment because it
sometimes lead to lifestyle changes.
 
Through this group with wonderful advice like Kay's and others, I have stopped
giving foot baths and am very happy that I have.   Besides being able to see
the feet as they are and see stress cues as Kay explained, the foot soak took
time away from the treatment.  
 
I can't tell you exactly why - but the treatments I give are more effective
without the soak.  Perhaps talking so much before a treatment is actually not
so conducive to good results.
 
So thanks to all of you for helping my clients receive better treatments!
 
Sorry about using the word "treatment".   Feel free to replace with "tweak"
:-)
 
Have a good weekend,
Oran
 

Oran  Aviv
Reflexology and So Much More
http://www.reflexandmore.com

--- On Fri, 11/13/09, kay sainsbury <kay.sainsbury@...> wrote:


From: kay sainsbury <kay.sainsbury@...>
Subject: Re: [Reflexology Community ] Foot Spa before reflexology treatment?
To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, November 13, 2009, 11:23 AM


 



Hi Donna
We have covered this on the forum before, so if anyone reading this recognizes
my comments, that is why.

This will depend on the level of your reflexology training and where you want to
go with it. For Spa purposes i.e. reflexology in a spa or massage where your
intent is to give a purely relaxing foot treatment, then it would be acceptable.

There are a few points about using a foot spa before a professional Reflexology
treatment. The first thing is that the water washes away the smell and moisture
elements of the foot, and changes the temperature. Most people usually wash
their feet anyway before a treatment, but any underlying conditions that present
with a reaction through the sweat glands will be present by the time they come
to your treatment because the body looses moisture through the skin all the
time, An example here would be an overload of uric acid in the system which has
a distinct smell from the feet and would show that the kidneys are not
functioning at their best. A hormonal imbalance can be spotted through the
moisture - clamminess. The temperature of the water will warm cold extremities -
a vital sign of circulatory problems. Any oils or cleansers in the water may
give a false impression of the oils/dryness in the skin.

The bottom line is that water will wash away these cues and give an incomplete
picture for you to assess. There is so much information to be gained from the
skin of the foot (even down to hard or softened calluses) that a foot spa should
be contraindicated if you are keeping a record of a full prior history to assess
the client as presented to you.

Also, while you are training and being monitored it is probably a good idea to
gain as many points as you can by not including the use of a foot spa,
especially since your tutor has advised it..

As far as over-stimulated the foot - I am mot sure what she/he means. If the
water is too hot, then yes that would over-stimulate but the more important
thing is losing the stress cues.

Regards
Kay (UK)

----- Original Message -----
From: Donna Mac
To: reflexologycommunit y@yahoogroups. com
Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:33 PM
Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Foot Spa before reflexology treatment?

Hi,

I am training in reflexology. I have always found reflex treatments i have
received to be more effective after 5 -10 minutes in a foot spa. I am working on
case studies for my course and have been advised not to use a foot spa. I can
appreciate that the appearance of the feet will change and therefore you are
less likely to recognise 'cues' or read the feet after they have been soaked,
but my lecturer has said that the reflexes may be over stimulated if i use a
foot spa. . Just curious to know what your thoughts are on this.

I am also working on a report to sugest that reflexology may enhance fertility
and would be greatful if anyone can point me towards positive evidence that i
may include to enhacnce my rationale.
Many thanks

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Kevin - What is the PDQ-39 tool, a particular protocol for the session?

Nancy Bartlett NBCR
Happy Feet Reflexology
www.happyfeetreflexology.com
http://myreflexologystore.blogspot.com/
www.myreflexologystore.com
Quality Reflexology Products!

   ----- Original Message -----
   From: footc1
   To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 4:51 PM
   Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Can reflexology maintain or improve the
well-being of people with Parkinson's



   Exciting new study on Parkinson's. Did I talk about the stress cue I find for
Parkinson's here? I found the same sign at the Reflexology Party we did last
week.

   http://bit.ly/3tjeB0

   Kevin Kunz

   Forum Moderator (US)





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My own reflexologist treated me every week until one month prior to my due date,
at which point we went to twice a week.  I gave birth on my due date.

Women I have treated who have presented all kinds of issues such as breach
position etc I have treated twice a week, babies have turned to head-down
positions when medics have said that they would need C-sections.  I have
personally never treated someone who was past their due date so cannot comment
on that.



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I would like to draw your attention to two feng shui tips and one reflexology
visual suggestion.

Feng shui tips suggest 1) planting a seed, caring for it and watching it grow,
in a corner to the right of a front door if possible. This has psychological and
relaxing properties.
2) Not sweeping under the bed. Letting the dust settle helps prevent stress i
suppose.

Reflexology Tip. Laura Norman, the handbook, suggests imagining a pink ribbon
that is tied in a bow. Luxurious and pink. Visualize this bow unfold, luxurious.
let the ribbon flow all around. Luxurious. Please refer to her book (the
reflexology handbook). This has been very effective in practise.


Thankyou.
--- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, dabaldguy4321@... wrote:
>
> PCOSynrome is very complex, an syndrome points out there are many symptoms and
multiple systems involved.  These women are often treated with Metformin which
is a diabetes medicine to keep blood sugar down.  Because of the many cysts they
have on ovaries periods are irregular and often heavy.  Daily work during menses
may be needed just to control pain and cramping.
>
> Often many gain significant amounts of weight and need good noncommittal
support.
>
> EDUCATION!  The moe you know the more you will understand the complex multiple
changes of this disease
> Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: sueturner88 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:47:44
> To: <reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com>
> Subject: [Reflexology Community ] polycystic ovary syndrome
>
> I've been asked to treat a lady with polycystic ovary syndrome who is having
trouble conceiving.  Although I've treated for fertility in the past I've not
actually had a client with this particular condition.  I would really appreciate
input from anyone with experience in this field.  This is such a fantastic group
and great support.
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Hi Donna
We have covered this on the forum before, so if anyone reading this recognizes
my comments, that is why.

This will depend on the level of your reflexology training and where you want to
go with it. For Spa purposes i.e. reflexology in a spa or massage where your
intent is to give a purely relaxing foot treatment, then it would be acceptable.

There are a few points about using a foot spa before a professional Reflexology
treatment.  The first thing is that the water washes away the smell and moisture
elements of the foot, and changes the temperature.   Most people usually wash
their feet anyway before a treatment, but any underlying conditions that present
with a reaction through the sweat glands will be present by the time they come
to your treatment because the body looses moisture through the skin all the
time,  An example here would be an overload of uric acid in the system which has
a distinct smell from the feet and would show that the kidneys are not
functioning at their best.     A hormonal imbalance can be spotted through the
moisture - clamminess. The temperature of the water will warm cold extremities -
a vital sign of circulatory problems.  Any oils or cleansers in the water may
give a false impression of the oils/dryness in the skin.

The bottom line is that water will wash away these cues and give an incomplete
picture for you to assess.   There is so much information to be gained from the
skin of the foot (even down to hard or softened calluses) that a foot spa should
be contraindicated if you are keeping a record of a full prior history to assess
the client as presented to you.

Also, while you are training and being monitored it is probably a good idea to
gain as many points as you can by not including the use of a foot spa,
especially since your tutor has advised it..

As far as over-stimulated the foot - I am mot sure what she/he means. If the
water is too hot, then yes that would over-stimulate but the more important
thing is losing the stress cues.

Regards
Kay (UK)


   ----- Original Message -----
   From: Donna Mac
   To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 10:33 PM
   Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Foot Spa before reflexology treatment?



   Hi,

   I am training in reflexology. I have always found reflex treatments i have
received to be more effective after 5 -10 minutes in a foot spa.  I am working
on case studies for my course and have been advised not to use a foot spa. I can
appreciate that the appearance of the feet will change and therefore you are
less likely to recognise 'cues' or read the feet after they have been soaked,
but my lecturer has said that the reflexes may be over stimulated if i use a
foot spa. .  Just curious to know what your thoughts are on this.

   I am also working on a report to sugest that reflexology may enhance fertility
and would be greatful if anyone can point me towards positive evidence that i
may include to enhacnce my rationale.
   Many thanks

   [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]





[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

How often can you work on a pregnant woman that is 9 - 91/2 months to induce
labor? Can you work on her as often as daily or is it better to work every other
day? Any other thoughts?

Thanks for your help,  Randy

PCOSynrome is very complex, an syndrome points out there are many symptoms and
multiple systems involved.  These women are often treated with Metformin which
is a diabetes medicine to keep blood sugar down.  Because of the many cysts they
have on ovaries periods are irregular and often heavy.  Daily work during menses
may be needed just to control pain and cramping.

Often many gain significant amounts of weight and need good noncommittal
support.

EDUCATION!  The moe you know the more you will understand the complex multiple
changes of this disease
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

-----Original Message-----
From: sueturner88 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:47:44
To: <reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com>
Subject: [Reflexology Community ] polycystic ovary syndrome

I've been asked to treat a lady with polycystic ovary syndrome who is having
trouble conceiving.  Although I've treated for fertility in the past I've not
actually had a client with this particular condition.  I would really appreciate
input from anyone with experience in this field.  This is such a fantastic group
and great support.




[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Hello kevin,
can you tell me anything about the technique, i believe it is also called
"linking", holding of 2 reflex points.
i find the concept quite interesting, please let me knw

----- Original Message -----  Subject: RE: [Reflexology Community ] Re:
Questions About Health Forms, Notes, and "No-Shows"


   Hi everyone, I always call to see what the reason is for a no show.  If it is
legitimate, illness, or something that causes a person to not cancel that is one
thing.  I ask for twenty four hours notice and it is on the appointment card I
give them and is posted in the office.  For me forgetting is not a reason. 
However, I only ask to be paid one half of the scheduled amount rather than the
full amount.  Since I do not know the client is not coming, I cannot schedule
someone else for that time slot.  By the same token the person who did not show
up received no service form me, so I feel asking the full price is unfair.  This
has worked well for me and so far everyone thinks it is a fair policy.  If I
screw up I offer the nest session at half price, so it equals out in the long
run and keeps both practitioner and client diligent about being present for
appointments.  Hope this helps. Dave Patterson










   >

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Hello all

Oran we really DO see eye to eye.  It is my practice to not charge but see the
bigger picture about what i can usefully do in the time of a no show client. 
There is always something I have forgotten to do or put off, either in my
practice or personal life that the time could be put to use for,  even if it's
taking time out for myself.  On the rare occasion that this happens, I will
often sit in my chair and give myself a mini treatment, including hands.

If a client continually books appointments and doesn't show then I am much more
forceful and ask that they pay in advance.  I tell them that I can cover the
overheads for one-off unforeseen circumstance no shows, but not on a regular
basis.

I would never call a new client to see if they are okay. I find phone calls
chasing me up (in my other job) quite harassing so I would personally never do
that in my reflexology practice. I will always take a mobile phone number or an
email address and my practice is to just jot down a quick text or email to them
to acknowledge that they were missed and invite them to book again if they wish.
If there is then another no show they are not allowed to book again without
advanced payment. Everyone should have at least one chance....  as I would like
to be given a chance, even in the rare occasion that it is just because I forgot
due to overload, or pressure.  Some of my clients are busy mums or working
people and I have been both so understand these things happen.  We are all
human.

These are personal choices of mine, but each of us must make a professional
decision as to what our practice is and different things will work for different
people.  Those working in a clinic have more overheads than perhaps those
working at home so that will inform their decision.

As an end note, once when I was 10 minutes into a treatment when a piece of
paper went under the door with 4 words written on it.  From my therapy stool I
could read the words.  "daughter taken to hospital".  I had to leave the client
sitting in the chair and get herself out of my therapy room herself because
there was an emergency with a member of my family.  What, in this instance,
should I have done?  She didn't get her treatment.  Should I have given HER
money because she turned up for her treatment and I was effectively the "no
show" ?

Very interesting topic...
Thanks
Kay



   ----- Original Message -----
   From: reflexandmore
   To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 6:56 PM
   Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Re: Questions About Health Forms, Notes, and
"No-Shows"



   Hi Everyone,

   I was following the posts on the "No-Show" topic and after a client didn't
show up for her appointment yesterday I wanted to share with you my feelings on
the subject with a story my Reflexology teacher told us on the first day of our
class.

   He asked us what would we do if we came to our first day of class and no one
was at the school. The answers ranged from "I would never study in a place like
this if they are so irresponsible" to those that answered "I would just accept
it - it was meant to be".

   Our teacher then related a true story of a pupil from the last course who came
to the first day of the Reflexology Course and no one was at the school. The
woman was quite suprised at the time and only later realized that the reason no
one was at the school was because she had made a mistake and came the wrong day.
She was taking off from work to come to this class.

   As it turns out, she always takes the same bus at the same time to work, but
this day instead of going to work she made the mistake of coming to class on the
wrong day. On that particular day the bus she would have been on was blown up by
a terrorist.

   Our teacher stressed that if someone doesn't come to an appointment, first
call to see if everything is OK. Don't assume that they did this on purpose or
that they don't care. 2nd - he stressed that you never know what a higher reason
may be and to just accept it and not get upset.

   My reactions yesterday to the no-show were actually the above. I called the
client, worried if she was OK (still haven't heard from her...) and I took
advantage of the free hour to get some much needed office work done.

   Personally I would never charge someone who missed an appointment. We all make
mistakes, it happens (although very rarely) and I just accept it.

   Hugs,
   Oran

   Oran Aviv
   Reflexology and So Much More
   http://www.reflexandmore.com

   --- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, "enchanted_dee" <prism30@...>
wrote:
   >
   >
   > I was wondering how extensive the health forms are that you have your
clients complete during their initial visit.
   >
   > At the end of subsequent appointments, do you all make notes regarding the
appointment, changes in the feet, changes in client's health, mood, etc?
   >
   > The health form I give clients is quite extensive, it is the RAC approved
form, three pages long. Though a client asked me, "If you're not prescribing,
diagnosing, or treating me, why do you require such detailed information?" I
admit I felt they had a point.
   >
   > I jot down notes after follow-up appointments (sometimes this is
time-consuming), though I myself have been to other reflexologists and standards
re: health forms and follow-up notes vary WIDELY.
   >
   > I would also appreciate feedback on how you handle "no-shows"...clients who
do not turn up for appointments and don't call in advance to cancel, nor respond
to calls bringing to their attention their missed scheduled appointment.
   >
   > Thanks!
   > Dee
   >





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Hi,

I am training in reflexology. I have always found reflex treatments i have
received to be more effective after 5 -10 minutes in a foot spa.  I am working
on case studies for my course and have been advised not to use a foot spa. I can
appreciate that the appearance of the feet will change and therefore you are
less likely to recognise 'cues' or read the feet after they have been soaked,
but my lecturer has said that the reflexes may be over stimulated if i use a
foot spa. .  Just curious to know what your thoughts are on this.

I am also working on a report to sugest that reflexology may enhance fertility
and would be greatful if anyone can point me towards positive evidence that i
may include to enhacnce my rationale. 
Many thanks




[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Lyn
I have always found a good technique for restless leg, sciatica and low back
pain is to work the reflexes to the hip/thigh muscles and also the groin area.

(1) Hip/thigh - work the deep tissue between the fifth bony protuberance on the
outer aspect of the foot (waist reflex level) down to the heel of the foot. 
This is one muscular reflex for the thigh. You can work plantar or up the side
of the foot (or both).
(2)  Inner aspect of the sacral bones that form the spinal reflexes, deep in the
cavity behind where the uterus would be.  You  need to follow the muscular part
of the foot close to the edge of the spine deep into the curve from the bottom
of the arch of the foot down to the heel.

You may also like to ask this lady about her bowel health. There could be
sluggishness in the large intestine ( the energy/meridian line for this runs
into the front thigh and groin area, hence my above comment) and will directly
affect nerve supply down the leg.   Obviously you will need to work the large
colon/bowel area, but also try some hand reflexology on the inner aspect of the
index finger (just below the lower corner of the nail bed).   This is also
something she can be shown to do, once you have mastered it,

Hope the explanation of the reflexes is clear enough.
Good luck
Kay (UK)
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: footc1
   To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 7:50 PM
   Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Request for information on restless leg
syndrome



   Good Morning Kevin,

   Wondering if you might have a few suggestions for that would be helpful with a
client suffering severe restless leg syndrome. She also has extreme sciatic and
lower back pain. It is just about impossible to even do a session for all the
jumping and cramping she has particularly in her right leg. Last session she was
up walking around for part of it. Always pulling her right leg up toward her. It
jumps so much it is difficult to hold unto it long enough at a time to even work
the reflexes.

   Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

   Blessings,
   Lynn





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I've been asked to treat a lady with polycystic ovary syndrome who is having
trouble conceiving.  Although I've treated for fertility in the past I've not
actually had a client with this particular condition.  I would really appreciate
input from anyone with experience in this field.  This is such a fantastic group
and great support.

Ellen
You know what?  Scientifically there is probably an answer, but I am not a
scientist.  Quantum physics is a minefield and I wouldn't want to go there, but
it may have something to do with that.

My take is that energy remains.  Heat is energy.  It can't always be seen, but
can be felt.  Radio waves/ television signals are formed of energy.  We can't
see them, but they are there when we turn on our TV/radio sets.   You have
worked, with your energy field, on your client's energy field.  This will have
an impact on them.  Depending on a variety of factors there is no reason why
they would not still feel the effects of your energy in their body some little
while after the treatment.

It is quite common.  I have had people deeply into their treatment who have not
been aware my hands have been off their feet for a few minutes.  When they open
their eyes I am nowhere near them.

Hope that helps
Kay (UK)




To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 1:25 AM
   Subject: [Reflexology Community ] The feelings not gone....why?



   Sometimes a client I've stopped working on thinks that I'm still touching them
after I've stopped. These feelings can last as long as 10 minutes. And sometimes
the feeling continues even after they've put their shoes on.

   Does anyone know what's going on, scientifically?

   Thanks.

   Ellen






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Dear Oran, Thankyou for pleasant, moving, feel,

Dear Dee, We are nosy parka's us holistic therapists. Consultation sheets and
client records find them selves, extensive and detailed. Clients who fill them
in, find themselves thinking about their life styles. They then go about their
lives and fill in updates, they think about question being asked. after a period
of months or when they are ready, patterns are recognized by them, changes are
under way.


--- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, "reflexandmore" <oran@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone,
>
> I was following the posts on the "No-Show" topic and after a client didn't
show up for her appointment yesterday I wanted to share with you my feelings on
the subject with a story my Reflexology teacher told us on the first day of our
class.
>
> He asked us what would we do if we came to our first day of class and no one
was at the school.  The answers ranged from "I would never study in a place like
this if they are so irresponsible" to those that answered  "I would just accept
it - it was meant to be".
>
> Our teacher then related a true story of a pupil from the last course who came
to the first day of the Reflexology Course and no one was at the school.  The
woman was quite suprised at the time and only later realized that the reason no
one was at the school was because she had made a mistake and came the wrong day.
She was taking off from work to come to this class.
>
> As it turns out, she always takes the same bus at the same time to work, but
this day instead of going to work she made the mistake of coming to class on the
wrong day.  On that particular day the bus she would have been on was blown up
by a terrorist.
>
> Our teacher stressed that if someone doesn't come to an appointment, first
call to see if everything is OK.  Don't assume that they did this on purpose or
that they don't care.  2nd - he stressed that you never know what a higher
reason may be and to just accept it and not get upset.
>
> My reactions yesterday to the no-show were actually the above.  I called the
client, worried if she was OK (still haven't heard from her...) and I took
advantage of the free hour to get some much needed office work done.
>
> Personally I would never charge someone who missed an appointment.  We all
make mistakes, it happens (although very rarely) and I just accept it.
>
> Hugs,
> Oran
>
> Oran  Aviv
> Reflexology and So Much More
> http://www.reflexandmore.com
>
>
>
> --- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, "enchanted_dee" <prism30@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I was wondering how extensive the health forms are that you have your
clients complete during their initial visit.
> >
> > At the end of subsequent appointments, do you all make notes regarding the
appointment, changes in the feet, changes in client's health, mood, etc?
> >
> > The health form I give clients is quite extensive, it is the RAC approved
form, three pages long.  Though a client asked me, "If you're not prescribing,
diagnosing, or treating me, why do you require such detailed information?"  I
admit I felt they had a point.
> >
> > I jot down notes after follow-up appointments (sometimes this is
time-consuming), though I myself have been to other reflexologists and standards
re: health forms and follow-up notes vary WIDELY.
> >
> > I would also appreciate feedback on how you handle "no-shows"...clients who
do not turn up for appointments and don't call in advance to cancel, nor respond
to calls bringing to their attention their missed scheduled appointment.
> >
> > Thanks!
> > Dee
> >
>

Hi everyone

looking forward to hear about your experiences about reflexology.

If that works for you, Oran, that's good.



I too consider a missed appt slot a time to catch up on other work that
needs to be handled with the available time offered by the missed appt.



I too find out if the client forgot, or isn't well.



For anyone who is sick, I don't charge.  For those who simply 'forgot', I
do. That works for me.



Providencia





From: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of reflexandmore
Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 1:57 PM
To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Re: Questions About Health Forms, Notes,
and "No-Shows"





Hi Everyone,

I was following the posts on the "No-Show" topic and after a client didn't
show up for her appointment yesterday I wanted to share with you my feelings
on the subject with a story my Reflexology teacher told us on the first day
of our class.

He asked us what would we do if we came to our first day of class and no one
was at the school. The answers ranged from "I would never study in a place
like this if they are so irresponsible" to those that answered "I would just
accept it - it was meant to be".

Our teacher then related a true story of a pupil from the last course who
came to the first day of the Reflexology Course and no one was at the
school. The woman was quite suprised at the time and only later realized
that the reason no one was at the school was because she had made a mistake
and came the wrong day. She was taking off from work to come to this class.

As it turns out, she always takes the same bus at the same time to work, but
this day instead of going to work she made the mistake of coming to class on
the wrong day. On that particular day the bus she would have been on was
blown up by a terrorist.

Our teacher stressed that if someone doesn't come to an appointment, first
call to see if everything is OK. Don't assume that they did this on purpose
or that they don't care. 2nd - he stressed that you never know what a higher
reason may be and to just accept it and not get upset.

My reactions yesterday to the no-show were actually the above. I called the
client, worried if she was OK (still haven't heard from her...) and I took
advantage of the free hour to get some much needed office work done.

Personally I would never charge someone who missed an appointment. We all
make mistakes, it happens (although very rarely) and I just accept it.

Hugs,
Oran

Oran Aviv
Reflexology and So Much More
http://www.reflexandmore.com

--- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
<mailto:reflexologycommunity%40yahoogroups.com> , "enchanted_dee"
<prism30@...> wrote:
>
>
> I was wondering how extensive the health forms are that you have your
clients complete during their initial visit.
>
> At the end of subsequent appointments, do you all make notes regarding the
appointment, changes in the feet, changes in client's health, mood, etc?
>
> The health form I give clients is quite extensive, it is the RAC approved
form, three pages long. Though a client asked me, "If you're not
prescribing, diagnosing, or treating me, why do you require such detailed
information?" I admit I felt they had a point.
>
> I jot down notes after follow-up appointments (sometimes this is
time-consuming), though I myself have been to other reflexologists and
standards re: health forms and follow-up notes vary WIDELY.
>
> I would also appreciate feedback on how you handle "no-shows"...clients
who do not turn up for appointments and don't call in advance to cancel, nor
respond to calls bringing to their attention their missed scheduled
appointment.
>
> Thanks!
> Dee
>





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Hi Everyone,

I was following the posts on the "No-Show" topic and after a client didn't show
up for her appointment yesterday I wanted to share with you my feelings on the
subject with a story my Reflexology teacher told us on the first day of our
class.

He asked us what would we do if we came to our first day of class and no one was
at the school.  The answers ranged from "I would never study in a place like
this if they are so irresponsible" to those that answered  "I would just accept
it - it was meant to be".

Our teacher then related a true story of a pupil from the last course who came
to the first day of the Reflexology Course and no one was at the school.  The
woman was quite suprised at the time and only later realized that the reason no
one was at the school was because she had made a mistake and came the wrong day.
She was taking off from work to come to this class.

As it turns out, she always takes the same bus at the same time to work, but
this day instead of going to work she made the mistake of coming to class on the
wrong day.  On that particular day the bus she would have been on was blown up
by a terrorist.

Our teacher stressed that if someone doesn't come to an appointment, first call
to see if everything is OK.  Don't assume that they did this on purpose or that
they don't care.  2nd - he stressed that you never know what a higher reason may
be and to just accept it and not get upset.

My reactions yesterday to the no-show were actually the above.  I called the
client, worried if she was OK (still haven't heard from her...) and I took
advantage of the free hour to get some much needed office work done.

Personally I would never charge someone who missed an appointment.  We all make
mistakes, it happens (although very rarely) and I just accept it.

Hugs,
Oran

Oran  Aviv
Reflexology and So Much More
http://www.reflexandmore.com



--- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, "enchanted_dee" <prism30@...>
wrote:
>
>
> I was wondering how extensive the health forms are that you have your clients
complete during their initial visit.
>
> At the end of subsequent appointments, do you all make notes regarding the
appointment, changes in the feet, changes in client's health, mood, etc?
>
> The health form I give clients is quite extensive, it is the RAC approved
form, three pages long.  Though a client asked me, "If you're not prescribing,
diagnosing, or treating me, why do you require such detailed information?"  I
admit I felt they had a point.
>
> I jot down notes after follow-up appointments (sometimes this is
time-consuming), though I myself have been to other reflexologists and standards
re: health forms and follow-up notes vary WIDELY.
>
> I would also appreciate feedback on how you handle "no-shows"...clients who do
not turn up for appointments and don't call in advance to cancel, nor respond to
calls bringing to their attention their missed scheduled appointment.
>
> Thanks!
> Dee
>

Might add this woman is in her mid-50's.





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Dear All,

I need your help and support. Your feedbacks and experiences are soooo important
for me.

I have a client ;

1,5 yrs old boy
diabetic / severe
he is under control and medical treatment
he has a monitor, in the morning when he wakes up level 50
immediately they give some snack and immediately increase 200
trying to keep in balance but not so easy
his father is a medical doctor but he believes and support CAM
I said I can help them with reflexology , I had another case  but she was 35 yrs
old lady and worked well but the only problem she was inconsistant.

So now my question what do you recommend? How can we help this little cute boy
with reflexology? Your suggestions?
Please kindly share your experiences with me.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Thanks for all your support and assistance.
Hulya 





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In response to health history question here, this is what info the client has
provided. She is 70-80 lbs. overweight (her judgment of the situation); she has
metabolic syndrome; she is under doctor's care for endocrine system; she has had
3 C-Sections; her restless leg syndrome is accompanied by some numbness and
tingling in the feet also; she has difficulty sleeping (relaxing enough to
sleep); she mentioned some indigestion; she is on the following medications:
atenol, lisinoprinol, metaformin, requip.

--- In reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com, Providencia <risingsuntouch@...>
wrote:
>
> With my involvement in research about Parkinson's Disease (PD) - restless leg
syndrome can be one of the many symptoms that leads to the diagnosis of PD.
>
> What I do when there is this reaction with a client, is to hold their foot for
a few seconds - just gently hold it - no intention going through my hands, just
support... and it always tends to help the restless leg syndrome subside.  I
have also found it's a tension-release reaction stemming from the pelvic basin
region.
>
> There is not just one size fits all 'this is what causes this' response - yet,
knowing the health history of your client helps to give an idea for this
tendency - and I also ask the client's body 'whas up with this?' - and trust the
response.
>
> You know... I consider the feet a vulnerable body part - and trust a very
important relationship from my client with me in order to be allowed to handle
their feet during a session - the knee-jerk reaction of the leg being pulled
away towards the client's body, might be a sense of not feeling 'safe' about
this.  This is from a subconscious level.
>
> Just some thoughts to your post.
>
> Providencia
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: footc1 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
> To: reflexologycommunity@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Mon, November 9, 2009 2:50:23 PM
> Subject: [Reflexology Community ] Request for information on restless leg
syndrome
>
>
> Good Morning Kevin,
>
> Wondering if you might have a few suggestions for that would be helpful with a
client suffering severe restless leg syndrome. She also has extreme sciatic and
lower back pain. It is just about impossible to even do a session for all the
jumping and cramping she has particularly in her right leg. Last session she was
up walking around for part of it. Always pulling her right leg up toward her. It
jumps so much it is difficult to hold unto it long enough at a time to even work
the reflexes.
>
> Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Blessings,
> Lynn
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>

Exciting new study on Parkinson's. Did I talk about the stress cue I find for
Parkinson's here? I found the same sign at the Reflexology Party we did last
week.

http://bit.ly/3tjeB0

Kevin Kunz

Forum Moderator (US)