anyone reflexing and nursing out there?

[jthecdn]

Hi,
I hope I'm in the right place here - I'm still quite new to all this! I'm a mental health nurse, and would love to offer patients short reflexology sessions - there are so many patients I see with problems sleeping, digestive problems, stress induced problems, etc etc...as I'm sure you can imagine. I passionately believe that reflexology would help many of the people I see, and I think it would be possible to combine a shortened reflexology session with a normal nursing contact visit (50 mins)
Unfortunately the Trust I work for are just not interested. The feedback I have had from them is that I wouldn't be insured, and it's not what I'm employed for. Even with my own professional insurance, and combining the reflexology with a normal visit, they are not interested.
Like others, I'm finding it hard not to be demoralised by this - I'd love to be able to make reflexology accessible for people in crisis, to help strengthen their resiliance and balance them.
I find it so frustrating when I feel like I'm trying to offer something healthy and positive, and I end up feeling like a nuisance. Thanks for letting me let off steam []!!!
I wonder if anyone has any similar experiences, or even better any success stories to share!

 

[Ellie Hello]

Hello,
Yes I doI went to my local hospital the other day and offered my services for FREE...i pointed out that i had my own insurance and that i would do a full consultation before the treatment could be carried out..........I even said that i could work on the staff?....No we dont do that sort of thing here[][][][][]
I have emailed my local charity for children withcancer,,,,,but heard nothing.

You might get some thing from this website:
[link=http://www.do-it.org.uk/]http://www.do-it.org.uk/[/link]

Good Luck
Rachelx

 

[zmeyzujuibcivsegj]

Hi all

barefoot karen I have just completed a VTCT Level 3 dip in Reflexology and the A&P of the same level. This was 2 evenings a week 3 hrs each night for the year. You had to do 6 case studies and 5 treatments for the Reflexology. The method was Renee Tanner and in her book she shows an urgent care routine which is a shortened version of the method which takes approx 45 mins or so to do not inc consulting warm up and aftercare advice. Your A&P you should be able to claim APL (prior learning) and so exemption from the multichoice exam. You can apply to FHT once qualified and then obtain insurance as well - £3million public liability. Check it out as your service to the clients would be invaluable!

 

[strpenta]

Oh, I offered my services (Aromatherapy and Reflexology)on a voluntary basis to a local Mental Health Clinic and they are forwarding me an application form.
Just one problemI have a new job and may not beable to do it!
It seems to be pure luck with this.

 

[r_favorite_stuff]

Hi
Icontacted the a largewell known Hospice in St Helens to offer FREE reflexology on the elderly patients there, maybe one morning a week (my little boy is not in nursery yet until Sept so time is a bit difficult until then)but they said No thanks, we have a paid reflexologist on site. I said I could be additional support to her and my services are for FREE. They still said no! They are constantly looking for volunteers for drivers, kitchen staff and helping hands in other areas but do not want the free offer of my helping hands !! What can we do?!!
It is handed to them on a plate and it is turned down. I will not give up - I will move on to the next hospice as after all it is great experience for us to work in all areas of care and to benefit the client too. So it benefits both parties.
Oh well ....................
Trace x