Reflexology for the workplace
Stress in the workplace is accepted as a big problem in the UK, with over 11 million working days lost to stress in 2015/16. The 2016 CIPD Absence Management Survey identified stress as the cause of 47% of short term absence and 53% of long term absence in the workplace. In fact, 42% have considered resigning due to workplace stress. In addition, long term studies indicate stress is associated with chronic illnesses such as heart disease, anxiety and depression, as well as musculoskeletal problems.
Reflexology has been shown to be effective in reducing stress and anxiety levels in a natural way. Using gentle pressure on the feet or hands to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and calming the body's response to stress. This effect continues following the treatment.
Studies in Denmark on the use of reflexology within varied workforces, has shown employees experience:
Reflexology has been shown to be effective in reducing stress and anxiety levels in a natural way. Using gentle pressure on the feet or hands to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and calming the body's response to stress. This effect continues following the treatment.
Studies in Denmark on the use of reflexology within varied workforces, has shown employees experience:
- reduced absenteeism
- fewer sick days
- reduced pain
- increased well-being and motivation
- increased satisfaction within the workforce
- increased feelings of support
- increased loyalty
Sole Therapy Reflexology options for the workplace
Sole Therapy Reflexology offers the following options for reflexology provision within the workplace:
- Running a wellbeing day and offering short taster sessions
- Offering regular visits (these could be monthly or more often based upon company needs) where I come in and run an on-site reflexology clinic in your base. These appointments can be varied lengths of time from 20 to up to 60 minute
- Treatments can be paid directly by the company or by the employee receiving reflexology.
Workplace testimonials
‘Not only is the treatment relaxing and enjoyable, but I've found my health has been good too with many colds circulating in the office passing me by.’
‘I always felt the benefit of the treatments and would recommend it to others especially those who like me, would be working on a PC for a number of hours each day’
‘It’s very convenient having an on-site reflexologist at work as I can arrange appointments during my working day, I also look forward to the appointments and feel less stressed when I know I have one arranged.’
‘I do suffer from neck and back issues which can be exacerbated by my desk job and general work stress. When my neck has seized up before I have had to take time off work and receive physio. Since seeing my on-site reflexologist, I’ve had no time off work for my neck because of two reasons: she has helped to prevent my neck seizing up and has helped to relax things prior to them worsening.’
‘I have enjoyed regular reflexology treatments at my place of work for a few years now and have noticed a great improvement in my stress levels. The time spent away from my desk during the working day is very beneficial and I seem to have more energy after each treatment.’
‘My regular reflexology treatments massively help (in my opinion) reduce my stress and anxiety levels. My career is very demanding and having a young child whilst working full time is taxing, however receiving this alternative therapy enables me to feel in balance mentally and physically along with a sense of wellbeing.’
‘I always felt the benefit of the treatments and would recommend it to others especially those who like me, would be working on a PC for a number of hours each day’
‘It’s very convenient having an on-site reflexologist at work as I can arrange appointments during my working day, I also look forward to the appointments and feel less stressed when I know I have one arranged.’
‘I do suffer from neck and back issues which can be exacerbated by my desk job and general work stress. When my neck has seized up before I have had to take time off work and receive physio. Since seeing my on-site reflexologist, I’ve had no time off work for my neck because of two reasons: she has helped to prevent my neck seizing up and has helped to relax things prior to them worsening.’
‘I have enjoyed regular reflexology treatments at my place of work for a few years now and have noticed a great improvement in my stress levels. The time spent away from my desk during the working day is very beneficial and I seem to have more energy after each treatment.’
‘My regular reflexology treatments massively help (in my opinion) reduce my stress and anxiety levels. My career is very demanding and having a young child whilst working full time is taxing, however receiving this alternative therapy enables me to feel in balance mentally and physically along with a sense of wellbeing.’
