Reflexology: can it aid fertility?
by CHRIS BROOKE, Daily Mail
After three years of trying for a second child, Kath and Murray Chapman had almost given up hope.
Doctors had told them Mrs Chapman had a hormone problem which meant fertility treatment would be a waste of time.
But the 40- year-old mother remembered she had read somewhere that reflexology could help with infertility.
With nothing to lose, she had three months of Reflexology and, at the end of her course, was delighted to hear that her hormone levels had returned to normal.She soon became pregnant and gave birth to a second son five months ago.
Mrs Chapman, who also has a four-year-old son, said: 'I am convinced I wouldn't have become pregnant without the reflexologist's help. I was absolutely shocked, but obviously delighted, to find I was pregnant after being told we couldn't have a second child. It's a dream come true.'
Mrs Chapman, from Sheffield, said she was 'devastated' to be told she would never conceive again.
'I was told that there was no point in attempting IVF treatment because it would be a waste so I would have to resign myself to the fact that we couldn't have another baby,' she added. A hormone test - which indicates if a woman is entering the menopause - showed levels were too high, suggesting her ovaries had stopped producing enough oestrogen, which controls the reproductive cycle.
To become pregnant, a woman needs a hormone rating of ten or below but Mrs Chapman's was above 25. Following reflexology, however, it dropped to below eight.
'The effect of the reflexology was amazing. It seemed to relax me so much. I became pregnant quite quickly and everything went smoothly. The doctors never admitted that the reflexology had anything to do with it but I have no doubt at all.'
Reflexology works on pressure points on the feet which correspond to different parts of the body. Massaging these areas helps to restore balance to the body.'
Polly Hall, of the Association of Reflexologists, said: 'We don't make any claims to cure any conditions but we have anecdotal evidence that reflexology can help with infertility problems and bring the body back into balance...
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Dear Rob....As you know, I had four miscarriages and was recommended to have reflexology treatments with yourself. I came to see you for reflexology on a weekly basis. These treatments resulted in my beautiful baby boy ‘Henry Joseph’ at 9lb 12ozs. You were right Rob - a boy! Thank you so much for seeing me through the pregnancy. I would not have had my baby without the treatment and would recommend this to anyone. Thank you again for my beautiful son... C.C (Mrs) Knaresborough W. Yorks: 31/9/08
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Because the correct functioning of the reproductive systems of both the male and the female is so susceptible to stress and tension, reflexology can be of great benefit. In women, menstruation can cease completely if stress levels become too high, and men in similar situations may find it impossible to maintain erection. Many couples who had experienced difficulties in conceiving a child have reported successful conception after extensive courses of treatment.
I have treated many women over the past 10 years who have either suffered repeated miscarriages or have been unable to conceive for many years and I am delighted to say have had over 90% success rate, with 9 out of the 10 of women I have treated becoming pregnant.
In some cases it is not always the women who have the problem but indeed their husbands or partners may be responsible. Men too have infertility problems and likewise these may be helped and treated with Reflexology. This can usually be discovered during a first treatment.
I must add at this point that I can't guarantee instant success after reflexology treatment/s but what I can guarantee is that I will do my very best with the reflexology experience, ability, knowledge and skills I have to help you achieve your goal..
So, Never give up Hope, do try Reflexology and see if it can work for you....Rob
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