05/11/2026
The other day, a younger client came to see me for Reflexology. As she was under 16, her mum stayed in the room too.
The lovely girl asked me what I actually do during the “foot massage”.
Obviously, I was pleased that she was curious, as it gave me the perfect opportunity to explain the difference between a Foot Massage and Reflexology.
Whilst both treatments involve working on the feet (although I sometimes offer hand reflexology too!), they are actually quite different.
A Foot Massage focuses on the muscles, tissues and tendons of the feet, whereas Reflexology is a holistic therapy based on the principle that specific reflex points on the feet correspond with different parts and systems of the body.
Using specific techniques and varying degrees of pressure, qualified Reflexologists work with these reflex points with the aim of supporting relaxation and overall physical and mental wellbeing.
Reflexology is a more precise treatment, with different techniques and pressures used depending on the reflex points being worked. A Foot Massage, on the other hand, generally involves broader massage movements across the foot.
Anyway, at the end of the session, the girl turned to her mum and said:
“You should book yourself in for the not foot massage!”
I took that as a big compliment!
But tell me please, did you know the difference? 😉
