Discover all-natural therapies to reduce pain, stress, and more!
Discover all-natural therapies to reduce pain, stress, and more!
Who I Am
Hi! My name is Elizabeth Arcand. I was born in Montreal, QC and have lived in many major Canadian cities where I have met people from all walks of life. I fell in love with healing the body. I am fascinated by the human body in motion and more specifically how our feet help propel the body through every day life. I am passionate about learning and I incorporate the knowledge in every session. I look forward to meeting you!
Movement Specialist
Fascial Stretch Therapy Practitioner
Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist
Licensed Canadian Reflexology Teacher
Reflexology Therapy
Transform Your Health with Reflexology
Reflexology is the study of reflexes. An organ reflex is a function of the autonomic nervous system and an involuntary response to a stimulus. Reflexology is very effective in reducing stress by putting the body into a parasympathetic state, more commonly known as the state of "rest and digest". The parasympathetic state promotes rest and healing and therefore allows the body to regulate itself and return to its natural state of being.
A reflexology session breaks up and clears toxins produced by physical and emotional stressors. Scar tissue, pooling of lymph fluid, corns, and callouses among sensations of swelling, softness and hardness of muscle tissue on the feet may be signs and indications of stressors. These stressors interfere with the body's electromagnetic energy and connection to the earth.
Reflexology also releases endorphins which are chemical messengers, similar to morphine. They produce a calming and euphoric sensation that, in turn, help suppress pain. This happens by blocking pain from one neuron to another.
Reflexology helps improve blood and nerve supply to all areas of the body, stimulates the lymphatic system which helps boost the immune system, improves circulation to aid in elimination of surplus waste products and fluids. Reflexology increases oxygen from the lungs to all tissues, and promotes the natural function of the body.
Refelxology may be performed on everyone including babies and infants, the elderly, the very ill, pregnant women, pre-surgery clients, post-surgery clients, cardiac patients, diabetic individuals, and cancer patients.
Fascial Stretch Therapy
How does FST work?
Instead of isolating a single muscle on a gym mat, FST is performed on a treatment table by a certified therapist who guides your body through smooth, dynamic movements.
- Traction: The therapist gently pulls or distracts the joint to remove compression, making the stretch painless and more effective.
- Breathing: You are guided to use specific breathing techniques, which relaxes the nervous system and prevents your muscles from fighting the stretch.
- Movement: The stretches are never static; they undulate and move with the natural range of motion of your joints.
By releasing deep-seated tension in your connective tissues, FST offers several advantages:
- Increased Flexibility: Unlocks deep layers of tissue that standard stretching often misses.
- Pain Relief: Decreases joint stiffness and reduces strain on muscles.
- Better Posture: Helps correct muscular imbalances that lead to poor alignment.
- Quicker Recovery: Improves blood circulation and flushes out metabolic waste, making it a popular recovery tool for both athletes and those with sedentary jobs.
