How Reflexology Can Support A Menopausal Woman?

The Menopause is the process in a woman's body in which the ovaries stop producing the hormone oestrogen. The body then reacts to the loss of oestrogen through several varying symptoms. These symptoms can be broken down into two categories; mental and Physical symptoms.

Mental symptoms include:
Loss of memory or concentration
Increased stress and anxiety
Depression or a low mood
Change in Libido

Physical symptoms include:
Irregular bleeding
Bone density changes
Hormonal imbalance
Hot flushes and night sweats
Vaginal lining changes
Weight gain
Weak bladder

It is natural that women who are experiencing the menopause are affected by these symptoms, indeed many women find that their stress levels and anxiety levels are increased. These symptoms can give women a sense of frustration, embarrassment and grief. Thankfully however there are methods that can lower the severity of these symptoms and offer relief.

How Reflexology Can Support the Menopause Experience
Regular reflexology treatments can support a menopausal woman physically, mentally and emotionally. It can help a woman tune into her body’s needs, highlighting imbalances and areas which need attention. It can provide a safe space in which to relax, receive and be self-focused. Having an empathic reflexologist who understands the physical changes behind menopausal symptoms and takes her problems seriously can, in itself, relieve stress.