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Reflexology as a back pain killer

Reflexology | Marissage Remedial TherapiesReflexology is often confused with a foot massage and considered a treat, rather than a way to provide relief. Many people think that reflexology is good for relaxation and treating sore feet. While this is true, not everybody realizes that reflexology therapy is a powerful back pain killer that can be used to help people with lower back problems.

Australians spend at least $55 billion each year on chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

Almost 10% of Australians suffer from back pain at some point in their life, being in pain for weeks, months, or even years. If this pain lasts more three months, it is considered chronic. If you’re one of the 1.8 million Australians who suffer from back pain at some point in their life, you’ll know how miserable it can be. It can impact on your daily life and stop you doing things you love or could you could even be reliant on drugs to keep you mobile or help you sleep.

The vicious pain cycle

Back pain can be caused by numerous causes of muscle strain or spasms, overuse, sprains of ligaments (attached to bones), joint problems or a “slipped disc”. A slipped disc also called a herniated disc and happens when a disc between the bones (vertebrae) of the spine bulges and presses on the nerves. This is often caused by twisting while lifting.
Back pain is commonly caused by using your back muscles in activities you’re not used to, like lifting heavy furniture or twisting your body. This is called acute pain and often resolves with a few days’ rest. If it doesn’t clear up on its own, your body may need a hand.

Without treatment, the lower back pain can become a chronic problem and may influence your daily activities and exercise. If you can no longer exercise pain-free, you might end up in a vicious cycle of inactivity which makes your pain worse and this stops you being active even more so. Or you could just increase your medication to kill the pain, but that just suppresses the problem. Some strong pain medications contain opioids, like codeine, which can lose their power over time as you build up a tolerance to their effects and they can also have unwanted side effects.

Alternatively, you can choose a drug-free way to manage your back pain that is effective but doesn’t have the side effects. Reflexology is a natural way and proven healing method. Studies show that reflexology is effective for pain relief for conditions such as osteoarthritis and back pain. It can be so powerful that you may be able to decrease the number of painkillers you need to manage your back pain and start to live a more active life doing the things you love.

How can Reflexology help beat back pain

Feet - Reflexology as a back pain killerReflexology doesn’t just pamper you – it can help to restore, improve circulation, assist in detoxification and does wonders for your stress and hormone levels including endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.

How? There are about 5 million receptors in your skin and there are approximately 7200 nerve endings in each foot, 2500 in each hand and 435 in each ear. The whole body is map out in the hands, feet, and ears and has corresponding reflex areas in the nerve endings.

The inner arch of your foot or hand corresponds to your spine. Applying firm pressure, follow from the top of the big toe down one vertebrae at the time, releases the body’s natural painkillers endorphins and acts as effective analgesia. In combination with exercise, regular reflexology therapy helped people suffering from chronic back pain to feel less anxious about their condition too.MarisSage | Reflexology as a back pain killer

Manage back pain by getting regular treatment, not just when it is too much to bear. Don’t let muscle pain or injury keep you from dominating your life – reflexology can help keep you moving.

It’s your secret weapon! If you suffer from back pain and want to try something more holistic – Book an introduction reflexology session now and kill that back pain.


  • Always a great massage with Mariska. Can highly recommend for relaxation and getting into sore, tight muscles.

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    Katrina Henry Haskew
    4 years ago
  • Professional service.
    Willing to listen and provide necessary recommendations.

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    Calvin Chan
    7 months ago
  • I feel amamzing after a much-needed reflexology session with Mariska yesterday. Her passion and knowledgeable method of engagement is just simply awesome. I highly recommend her!

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    Crystal Jacobs
    1 year ago
  • I can highly recommend MarisSage reflexology sessions. I always come to a complete rest. She helps me to stop the constant flow of thoughts and calms my mind, which helps me to be less overwhelmed and more efficient during my... read moreI can highly recommend MarisSage reflexology sessions. I always come to a complete rest. She helps me to stop the constant flow of thoughts and calms my mind, which helps me to be less overwhelmed and more efficient during my week. A huge advantage being a busy mum and self employed business woman!! read less

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    Wendy Smits-van de Ven
    4 years ago
  • I went to see Mariska with a very tensed and sore back, along with shooting pain down my legs. I was very pleased with Mariska’s knowledge about the body and how quickly she diagnosed and started the treatment. I found... read moreI went to see Mariska with a very tensed and sore back, along with shooting pain down my legs. I was very pleased with Mariska’s knowledge about the body and how quickly she diagnosed and started the treatment. I found her very professional with excellent communication skills and magical hands. She knew exactly how to treat my body to relieve pain and get me feeling better from the first visit. Thank you, see you at my next visit!! read less

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    Gita Charan
    1 year ago
  • Awesome massage that hit the 'stressed' spots in all the right places. Felt like a new woman afterwards. Mariska is also a warm and friendly person. Highly recommend.

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    Marie Davies
    11 months ago
  • Txs Mariska......your personalised treatment is great. Would definitely recommend you.

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    carm b
    2 years ago
  • One of the best massages I've had.I've been treated by both Mariska and Anna and they are both good.

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    Elin Lin
    1 week ago
  • So relaxing...mariska has magic hands!!
    Highly recommend

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    Lucia Van Gerwen
    4 years ago
  • My wife had a massage and reflexology with Mariska last week, she thoroughly enjoyed her experience there. Mariska was very professional, friendly and easy to talk to. She made sure she properly understood my wife’s health history in order to... read moreMy wife had a massage and reflexology with Mariska last week, she thoroughly enjoyed her experience there. Mariska was very professional, friendly and easy to talk to. She made sure she properly understood my wife’s health history in order to tailor the treatment to best suit her needs. The environment was very relaxing, you are able to chat during your treatment if you’d like to, or completely zone out if you’d prefer. My wife was very impressed and is looking forward to her next appointment! read less

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    Andrew Fairhurst
    7 months ago
  • Warm welcome in Woy Woy and thanks for the massage last week..

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    Ano Niempje
    1 year ago
  • I have had an issue in my neck and shoulder which restricted certain movements for me. I have had two sessions with Mariska so far and the results and amazing. She is a very professional and knowledgeable person. she ... read moreI have had an issue in my neck and shoulder which restricted certain movements for me. I have had two sessions with Mariska so far and the results and amazing. She is a very professional and knowledgeable person. she analyses the issue in absolute detail and works the areas to heal so well. I highly recommend Marissage for the services they offer. It has been by far my best experience in actually healing through massage therapies. read less

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    A Google User
    5 months ago
  • positive review Mariska is a caring professional who strives to help her clients by treating their particular aches and pains. Always a great outcome. Thank you Mariska.

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    Patricia Pekic
    9 months ago
  • positive review One of the best massage sessions I had. Mariska is knowledgeable and caring. Highly recommend Mariska for all types of aches and pains.Or just to relax :)

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    Nina Sha
    1 year ago
  • Mariska has been thorough in helping to work out what may be causing my pain and very effective in helping to relieve my back pain. For my first session, I arrived in agony and left feeling so much better. Each... read moreMariska has been thorough in helping to work out what may be causing my pain and very effective in helping to relieve my back pain. For my first session, I arrived in agony and left feeling so much better. Each remedial massage session has helped to relieve loosen my muscles. The exercises Mariska recommends are also helpful and will make me stronger in future! read less

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    Heather Rasker
    1 year ago
  • Mariska is consistently polite, listens to my health concerns and always manages to find my sore spots and sooth my aches away with her calming treatment. My lower back rarely flairs up now thanks to my regular massages with Mariska.... read moreMariska is consistently polite, listens to my health concerns and always manages to find my sore spots and sooth my aches away with her calming treatment. My lower back rarely flairs up now thanks to my regular massages with Mariska. Thank you! read less

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    Patricia Pekic
    2 years ago
  • Great new premises in Genesis. Maris brings a professional approach to Remedial Massage and asks the right questions to work on the areas you have issues. Highly recommend.

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    Stephen Fletcher
    1 day ago
  • I saw Mariska yesterday for a remedial massage on my ailing back. Mariska made it very easy to explain what my problem is and after an initial examination she was able to relieve my back pain using targeted massage and... read moreI saw Mariska yesterday for a remedial massage on my ailing back. Mariska made it very easy to explain what my problem is and after an initial examination she was able to relieve my back pain using targeted massage and release. Thank you. read less

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    Karen Grozier
    1 year ago
  • Mariska is my favourite masseuse in the whole world! She puts time and effort into understanding what each of her clients need- not just in the sense that she listens to you, but she watches your body and figures out... read moreMariska is my favourite masseuse in the whole world! She puts time and effort into understanding what each of her clients need- not just in the sense that she listens to you, but she watches your body and figures out the areas that might be extra tight, or in pain, or are out of alignment. Then she sets about fixing it. In that way you aren't just going to find relief short term, but over the long term you'll find you get better and better, so you're less reliant on massages for pain relief! She is intuitive about what your needs are in each individual session too- for example, we often chat which is a lot of fun (Mariska is clever and engaging and thoughtful about life) but there have been times when I have been very stressed and very tired and in those sessions Mariska was very quiet and I almost fell asleep- just what I needed.

    I'm not sure how she created such a haven amidst the hustle and bustle of Epping town centre, but that's exactly what she's done. If you're anywhere nearby, I urge you to take advantage of Mariska's magical hands! And if you're not nearby, it's worth the trip :)
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    Gabi Goddard
    2 years ago
  • An all round wonderful experience!

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    5 years ago

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