VoiceAmerica & hand expert Kenneth Lagerstrom presented in the 2nd episode of their new weekly radio show about hands: “Your Life is in Your Hands – HAND REFLEXOLOGY“ Kenneth Lagerstrom wrote on his blog: “I will be hosting a new show on VoiceAmerica.com, the worlds largest internet talk radio. The show is titled “Your Life is in Your Hands”, with topics each week relating to the hands (of course). Starting March 30 it airs live each Tuesday at 11:00am Pacific time on Voice America’s “7th Wave” channel.” The 2nd episode of the show was featured with the following introduction about ‘hand reflexology’: “Reflexology is considered a safe and effective method of maintaining optimum health, based on the theory that there are reflex points in the hands and feet which are linked to every organ, gland and part of the body. Through proper manipulation of these reflex points, the body’s nervous system naturally shifts to a state of homeostasis (optimum overall balance). Reflexology is an ancient practice first documented more than 4,000 years ago. After millennia of development and clinical application, Reflexology made its way to the United States in the early 1900’s. Our guest this week is Karen Ball, noted reflexologist and certified instructor since 1989. Listen in to today’s show and learn about how your hand reflex points can lead you to better health.” SUGGESTION FOR FURTHER READING: VoiceAmerica presents every tuesday a new episode about hands – 11.00 a.m. Pacific time, 2.00 a.m. Eastern time, 8.00 p.m. Central European time. |
Reflexology: health at your fingertips!
October 28, 2008
  Barbara & Kevin Kunz present a milestone in the history of reflexology: Reflexology, health at your fingertips. |
Barbara & Kevin Kunz presented in 2003 a milestone in the history of reflexology with: ‘Reflexology: health at your fingertips’. Since then the authors anounced that the book has been published in 12 languages, and over 100.000 copies have been sold. ABOUT THE AUTHORS: “Internationally recognized authorities in the field of reflexology, Kevin and Barbara Kunz have been at the forefront of research, teaching, and documentation of reflexology for 25 years. They are the authors of The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology, Hand Reflexology Workbook + more books, as well as the co-directors of the organization Reflexology Research.” ABOUT THE BOOK: “The first fully illustrated guide on the ancient art of reflexology, this book explains how reflexology works pressure applied to “reflex” points on the hands and feet restore corresponding body parts by stimulating natural self healing powers and how to do it. Reflexology features step-by-step sequences, incredible photographic foot and hand reflex charts, and unique computer generated artworks to show which reflexes to press and which techniques to use. Including many visualisations. Reflexology is an invaluable guide for home users or reflexology students.” |
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Reflexology treatment
July 24, 2008
 Reflexology treatment SOURCE: Reflexology massage treatment |
What to expect from a Reflexology treatment?: A typical reflexology treatment is 45 minutes to 60 minutes long and begins with a consultation about your health and lifestyle. You are then asked to remove your shoes and socks and sit comfortably in a reclining chair or on a massage table. Otherwise you remain fully clothed. The reflexologist will assess the feet and then stimulates various points to identify areas of tenderness or tension. The reflexologist then uses brisk movements to warm the feet up. Then pressure is applied from the toes to the heel according to your comfort. Lotion or oil may be used. |
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MORE REFLEXOLOGY THERAPY:
REFLEXOLOGY MASSAGE | PALMTHERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY | ASIAN MASSAGE
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What is reflexology?
July 20, 2008
 What is reflexology? |
What is reflexology?
Reflexology is the healing art of stimulating specific points on the feet, hands, and ears in order to promote relaxation, relieve pain, and treat a wide range of health problems. The practice is based on the concept that different parts of your body have corresponding “reflex points” on the areas mentioned above. Reflexology’s roots are ancient, possibly dating back some 4,500 years in Chinese and Egyptian medicine. But modern, standardized reflexology was developed in the early 1900s by American physician William Fitzgerald, MD. Over several years, Dr. Fitzgerald and Dr. Joe Shelby Riley studied both the theory of zone therapy and modern anatomy, meticulously mapping out the body’s reflex points. Today, reflexologists can go straight to a particular area of the foot, hand, or ear, and begin to relieve pain and promote healing just about anywhere in the body. SOURCE:
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Ear reflexology
July 19, 2008
 Ear reflexology |
Ear reflexology: According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), your ears contain reflexology areas that when stimulated by acupuncture needles or finger pressure influence corresponding body parts. If you have stomach problems you would stimulate the stomach reflexology area on each ear; for eye problems, the eye reflexology areas. |
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While ear reflexology is a safe self-therapy, you should check with your health professional before trying them for the first time.
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Reflexology workshop
July 6, 2008
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Reflexology is beneficial for cancer patients: Reflexology says that the hands and feet contain a map of all the parts of the body. The stimulation of reflex points decreases stress, improves circulation and reduces pain. Various studies have found that reflexology is beneficial for: breast and lung cancer patients, in terms of providing relief from pain, nausesa and anxiety. SOURCE:
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Several small studies have found that reflexology is beneficial for cancer patients. A Michigan University study found that breast cancer patients experienced a decrease in depression and anxiety, and an increase in quality of life. Researchers at the School of Nursing, East Carolina University, found that foot reflexology alleviated anxiety and pain for patients with breast and lung cancer.
Ten minutes reflexology treatments can provide relief from pain, nausesa and anxiety according to a report from the School of Nursing at the University of Canberra, Australia. The basis of reflexology is that the hands and feet contain a map of all the parts of the body and stimulating these reflex points decreases stress, improves circulation and reduces pain. |
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Reflexology is a simple procedure and can be done at home on yourself or other family members. Join Becky Cobb for a hands-on workshop that will demonstrate how you can do reflexology for yourself or other family members. This workshop is for cancer survivors and their caregivers. Workshop will be held at the Cancer Center for Healthy Living located at 5215 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria.
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