Beginning your Spikeology journey
YOUR FIRST SPIKEOLOGY SESSION
- We invite you to start your Spikeology journey on your bed or sofa. It's good to feel comfortable and relaxed, and the soft surface will help to reduce the intensity of the spikes
- Bare skin contact might feel too intense initially so try wearing a thin t-shirt. This is a great beginner's option
- Slowly recline onto your Spikeology acupressure mat (with the Spikeology acupressure pillow under your neck if using)
- Relax into the sensation. You might find it helpful to focus on your breath
- Aim for 3-10 minutes (or longer)
You'll notice some tingling and warmth during your session. Immediately afterwards, your skin will have some redness. This is all to be expected and the redness will fade quite quickly.
You may become a devotee from day one, or it might take a few sessions. Experiment to discover what works best for you.
TARGETING DIFFERENT AREAS
- Back and shoulders - lie down with legs straight or in butterfly position
- Legs - seated or lying down on bed, use on quads, hamstrings, calves
- Feet - either seated with your feet on mat or standing on mat (intense option)
- Abdomen - lie down with stomach area on mat
- Hands - use on palms and fingers
INTENSIFYING YOUR SPIKEOLOGY ACUPRESSURE MAT EXPERIENCE
If you’re ready to deepen your Spikeology experience, you can try experimenting with any of the following:
- Use your Spikeology acupressure mat on a hard surface, such as on the floor
- Extend the time from 10-20 minutes to longer
- Hug your legs while lying on the Spikeology acupressure mat
- Use after a warm bath or shower
- Use in combination with essential oils (in a candle or diffuser)
- Use in combination with a guided meditation or yoga nidra
- Use with a weighted blanket
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Please do not use the Spikeology acupressure mat and pillow if you have any of the following:
- Pregnancy (as there's a risk that early labour could be induced)
- Epilepsy
- Coagulation problems (e.g. haemophilia or you're taking anti-coagulant medication)
- Skin conditions (.e.g severe eczema, general psoriasis, shingles) in area of use
- Heart disease
- Thrombophlebitis
- Neuropathy
- Fever or acute illness