What is Clinical Reflexology?

Our use of this term is related to the type of treatment provided by the reflexologist and the type of people treated - rather than the place where the treatment is provided. The emphasis of the ‘clinical’ is on what the practitioner does rather than where they do it.

When we receive applications for membership we look for the level and quality of education and training rather that where the reflexologist is employed or has worked. Often, of course, these are linked but just because one has managed to obtain work at a hospice does not mean they have been trained to work with people with cancer. Equally, a reflexologist who currently practices at a hairdressers or beauty salon may well have the skills and experience to safely and effectively administer reflexology to people with serious illness.

Using this definition of ‘clinical reflexology’ and catering specifically for such practitioners has meant we are now attracting like-minded members from all over the UK and also have a growing international representation.