Question on reflexology done in different countries

[Jenn H ~#2 on the way!]

I have had reflexology done a few times in the UK and once in Taiwan. Other than the price difference () the real difference was the pain involved!!! In the Uk, it was mostly painless but in Taiwan it was agony (which all the local people in the shop found hilarious). Nearly every part of my feet hurt - well with the exception of one part which was nice. When I commented on this and enquired what part of the body it was, after much laughing again I was informed it was the breast area (yes, quite embarrassing!!). Oh, the fun they had with me!

So, question is (after much diversion!) why was it so painfull in Taiwan and not when done in the UK???? I know my body was not after crumbling that much to cause so much pain!!

Thanks!
Jac
xxx

 

[starfish]

Hello Jac. Taiwan is the home of the Rwo Shur method of reflexology, which involves often the use of implements such as sticks. It is supposed to be invigorating rather than relaxing. I have also had comments from clients of mine who have had reflexology in Thailand and have found it pretty uncomfortable. Here too you will get reflexologists who are very firm when treating and can be perceived as heavy handed, and also the gentler kind who strive to get results without too much discomfort. Different people have different tastes. I once had a lady who was most disappointed because she wanted me to use more pressure and actually hurt her! Needless to say she didn't come back, having found me too gentle.

 

[Hockey Girl]

http://www.reflexology.org.au/national/methods.htm

Some info on Rwo Shur!

 

[Piano Player]

i am a firm believer in that reflexology should never be painful. tender and sensitive areas, yes, but not pain.

there is also the idea that very firm pressure is working on the physical, lighter pressure is more emotional and almost no pressure, the ethereal. depending on what part of the foot i am on, the pressure will vary. one also has to consider their thumbs and how you will knacker them quick giving too firm a pressure.

the points are still being stimulated, whatever firmness.

 

[Cute Latin Girl]

My neighbour had reflexology at Singapore airport. Her legs were killing her and she saw a little man with a little stand offering treatments and in she went. She said it was the most painful experience she has ever had (though she felt fantastic afterwards). The man spoke only the following English:

'No plain - No Glain!'

 

[syeqiunticaiakedh]

I had a friend who went to the Maldives and had a Reflexology session with a Taiwanese therapist. She said it was so painful she ended up in tears and had to tell her to stop. I'm with rosie on this one. Reflexology can be uncomfortable sometimes but I don't believe it should be that painful, afterall pain is the body's way of telling you there's something wrong and to put a stop to whatever it is that's causing it. I believe you get just as good results from gentle to firm pressure without causing agony.

 

[wuefcuvdimbiiuess]

Reply to Candie:

Oh, nice one, but please excuse me if I don't stay to pursue this further. I need to go and try to straighten up now and dry my... erm ... eyes ... yeah, them too. lol

Am I knocking it? NO WAY. Reflexology is brilliant. It's just the way you tell 'em!

Holistic

 

[hoxffuxa]

[sm=rollaugh.gif][sm=rollaugh.gif][sm=rollaugh.gif]

 

[Libs lay off]

Rwo SHur Method

I went to Singapore in March this year to do the Rwo SHur beginners course. I found it simple, and easy to apply. Yes it was excruciatingly painful, but it works. I actually had a mini treatment because the hotel bed was very hard and I had a bad back. After a short treatment, the back was back to normal. When I went on the course, Mrs Tay (conducting the course), was a mind of information. SHe has been practicising this method for 20 over years having learnt it from Fr Josef Eugster. I had to do a case study for some one suffering from ulcerative colitis. The first four treatments were based on thumb-walking and although it was calming and relaxing the problems were still there. WHen I returned from Singapore I asked her if I could actually try the Rwo SHur method, incorporating lots of knuckling and using tools. THe effect was so great that now she insists on having this method because she is back to 'normal' with no pain anymore and as long as she refrains from dairy, she is now off the steroids. When you incorporate this method with the normal thumb-walking, it works wonders. I will be going back to complete the Advanced Rwo SHur