Vertical Reflexology Techniques (VRT)
Vertical Reflex Therapy (VRT) is an innovative form of reflexology developed by Lynne Booth over 20 years ago. Recognised internationally for its effectiveness, VRT quickly gained a global reputation as a powerful weight-bearing technique that works on the hands and feet.
As an authorised member of the VRT Network, I incorporate this dynamic method into my practice to support clients in a deeply therapeutic way. VRT is applied to the top (dorsal) of the feet and hands while the client is standing or weight-bearing, either as a standalone treatment or integrated at the beginning and/or end of a traditional reflexology session.
The technique is based on the principle that when we are weight-bearing, the nerves in the hands and feet become more sensitised. This increased sensitivity enhances the responsiveness of the reflex points, often resulting in a faster and more effective therapeutic outcome.
VRT can be especially beneficial for persistent or long-term conditions, including musculoskeletal issues such as back, neck, or shoulder tension.
🧘♀️ Below is a short video of Lynne Booth demonstrating a simple, self-help VRT technique that may help ease everyday stress and tension:
To learn more about this internationally respected technique, visit Lynne Booth’s website.
Articles of interest:
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“Touch line Reflexology for Sports Injuries”. Lynne Booth. (Winter 2015). http://boothvrt.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Lynne-Booth-The-Foot-Squad-FHT-International-Therapist-Jan-15scan.pdf
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'The Effect of Reflexology on Low Back Pain in Operating Room Nurses'. Didem Kandemir 1, Ayşegül Abdullayev, Ezgi Seyhan Ak, Gülay Altun Uğraş, Nevin Kanan. Holist Nurs Prac. 2020 Dec 9.doi: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000428. Online ahead of print. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33306494/