They will then 'work' the entire area of both feet, some reflexologists also work the hands and some also work the ears. It will generally take about 45 minutes to work the feet, this obviously depends on the size of the feet - the bigger they are the longer it will take. The young or elderly will generally be given shorter treatments but more often so the body systems are not overstimulated. Sometimes on a first visit the session will be shorter as the reflexologist doesn't want to overstimulate the body and each session after will usually be 45-60 minutes. During the session you may feel different sensations in your feet, it may feel like a sharp pain or your feet may feel very sensitive.
Sensitivity varies from person to person and from treatment to treatment.
But generally the session will be calming and comforting, it will not tickle since it is a firm pressure to the feet. In the western style of reflexology the treatment should not be painful or cause discomfort. The practitioner will adjust the pressure to suit the client. Sometimes you may have a reaction to the treatment, the reactions are usually pleasant - calm, relaxed or energised and rejuvenated. Most reactions are cleansing reactions.