Reflexology Information

Massage is counted as one of the oldest forms of healing. Massage therapy is used alone or in conjunction with a variety of treatments to alleviate stress, tension, and soreness and to increase blood flow to the muscles. Some forms claim to detoxify, others to open blocked energy channels through applying pressure on certain points in the body. Types of massage include reflexology, Rolfing, shiatsu, Swedish massage, and sports massage, among others.

This page will give you reflexology information.

Reflexology is the application of pressure, stretch and movement to specific points on the feet and hands to effect corresponding parts of the body. Reflexologists view the feet and hands as a mirror image of the body. By applying technique a reflexologist can break up patterns of stress in other parts of the body.

How does reflexology work?

There are many theories in this case we look at the nervous system as the explanation of reflexology's working.

Pressure applied to the feet generates a signal through the peripheral nervous system and then the message enters the central nervous system where it is processed in various parts of the brain. It is then relayed to the internal organs to allocate the necessary adjustments in fuel and oxygen, Finally a response is fashioned that is sent onto the motor system.

This message is fed forward to adjust the body's tone or overall tension level. If applied properly the tone will reset itself to a lower operating tempo. A lower operating tempo means a lessening of stress and less wear and tear on the body's systems.

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How will I benefit from Reflexology?

The reflexology session is safe, effective, natural, and easy to do. The benefits are mostly seen in stress reduction. Some believe that reflexology may also address the root causes of many health concerns.*

Where do you apply technique?

We apply techniques to the feet and hands.

What are the benefits of reflexology ?

In general terms the benefits of reflexology have to do with the reduction of stress. Because the feet and hands help set the tension level for the rest of the body they are an easy way to interrupt the stress signal and reset homeostasis, or the body's equilibrium.

Whether reflexology can benefit certain conditions and diseases in still under investigation. Further scientific study needs to be done in order to come to some definite benefits of reflexology in regard to illness and disease.

Reflexology is a complement to standard medical care. I personally enjoy using essential oils with the reflexology treatment.

When should I do reflexology ?

Reflexology can be done practically anytime and any where. The trick is consistency. In China reflexes on the feet and hands are worked each day for six days a day of rest then repeated.

Reflexology may be a form of self help, family help, as well as the guidance of practitioners. The practitioner can give you a specific routine to follow to break up the pattern of stress but you and your family can provide the quantity to help break it up.

Holistic therapy routines are a daily practice. Add reflexology to your routine on a daily basis. 

Foot rollers are an easy way to add this holistic therapy to your life.

Reflexology

This chart is representative of typical reflexology points on the feet.

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*The statements have note been evaluated by the FDA. The information contained on this page does not replace the advice of your health care provider.