Hands down, here’s a great way to invigorate yourself

to stimulate all the systems of the body and get rid of any stagnation that we might have picked up over the last few weeks of indulging in wonderful food and treats. Facial reflexology…what can I say! is the most wonderful, calming experience. Not only do we work on the same principle as foot reflexology but we are left with a wonderful feeling of calmness. Furthermore, the stimulation applied to the face acts as a face lift as we work on areas that otherwise we might not even think needed any attention. It is not a facial though, we work on reflex points to stimulate body systems and organs, and at the same time, we work on the head which promotes circulation. Reflexology can help with so many ailments, both physically and mentally, from helping reduce the intensity of menopausal symptoms such as tiredness, hot flushes and headaches, to helping alleviate skin conditions, migraines, anxiety, and stress related issues, amongst many others.

It was reflexology, alongside Reiki that helped me overcome long periods of mood swings and hormonal imbalance and the reason why I became a reflexologist and holistic therapist, as I wanted to assist others on their healing journey.

Something’s afoot as podiatry clinic has rebrand

A podiatry clinic in Dorchester is having a rebrand – changing its name from The Chiropody Clinic to Dorchester Foot Clinic.

James and podiatrist Gillian May, pictured right, took over the business in Princes Street eight months ago and demand for their services has grown and grown.

Now they have taken on an apprentice, Samantha Mclaren, who will be taught by Gillian over three years, to offer all the many treatments the clinic offers while studying for her podiatry degree. Initially, foot health practitioner (FHP) Samantha will be carrying out toenail cuts one day a week. The clinic has also started to offer a new treatment, Omega laser, which helps with the pain of plantar fasciitis, injuries and arthritis and general pain. Gillian’s own foot pain as a youngster prompted her move into podiatry and it’s this that motivates her to find new ways to ease other people’s foot pain. James said: “It’s a brilliant treatment. It really does help.” n Call 01305 259909 or go to dorchester-chiropody.co.uk

There has been a chiropodists in the building, opposite the old Argos, for years. The pair spotted it up for sale last year and moved from Essex within a month to take it over. Now, after settling in, they’ve instigated a change of name, a change of logo and carried out internal works to make the treatment rooms larger and brighter.