A to Z of Therapies
Reflexology
February 6th, 2008
In Reflexology, it is believed that there is a vital energy that is circulating between organs of the human body, which penetrates into every living cell. Whenever this energy is blocked, the zone of blockage will be affected, and the reflex zones can indicate the blockage of energy in different organs.
These reflex points, which relate to all parts of the body, can be found in the feet, hands and ears. The physical act of applying pressure using thumb, finger and hand techniques to these reflex areas results in stimulating the body's own natural healing process. The body starts progressively clearing blockages, re-establishing energy flows and balancing itself, resulting in better health.
Although Reflexology does not diagnose or treat specific ailments by definition, it has proven highly successful over time to relieve symptoms or ease pain or discomfort that have manifested themselvesphysically in the body - either as a result of stress, trauma or disease.
In ancient times we stimulated reflexes naturally by walking bare footover rocks, stones and rough ground, or by using our hands more often to climb, build or work. In today's modern world we have lost much of nature's way of maintaining a balanced and healthy equilibrium.
Recent research studies have been conducted around the world, including in the US, which are validating the effectiveness of Reflexology on a wide variety of conditions. Chronic conditions seem to respond especially well to Reflexology. In China, where Reflexology is accepted by the Central Government as a means of preventing and curing diseases and preserving health, over 300 research studies have shown reflexology provided some improvement to 95% of the over 18,000 cases covering64 illnesses studied.
In Japan and Denmark, Reflexology has been incorporated into the employee health programs of several large corporations saving each company thousands of dollars annually in paid out sick leave benefits.
Benefits:
As a non-intrusive technique, Reflexology heals indirectly. It can be a relaxing therapy that works on many levels, soothing, calming,balancing and boosting the entire body. The client's case history leads to the treatment protocol so that the technique is tailored to the needs of the client.
A Reflexologist can facilitate relief for:
- Sinus pain
- Menopausal symptoms
- Migraines
- Pre-menstrual syndrome and other menstrual irregularities
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Sciatica
- Asthma
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
General benefits of Reflexology include:
- Reduced stress and tension
- Improved circulation
- Reduced toxicity
- Improved immunity
- Increased body awareness
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