Reflexologists believe there are pressure points in the feet and hands that correspond with certain organs of the body. When stimulated, these pressure points can help improve the health of their corresponding body parts. I have personally practiced reflexology on myself, and I feel that it has had a positive impact on my health. But which are more effective in practicing reflexology: the feet or the hands?
Reflexology in the Hands
However, there are some situations in which it may be preferred to work with the hands instead. For example, severe arthritis may make it extremely painful to apply pressure to the feet. If it becomes too painful for yourself or the person on whom you are practicing, cease treatment immediately.
If the patient is seriously ill, hand treatments are preferable to working with the feet. Because the pressure points are so much more effective in the feet, the therapy might cause more toxins than usual to build up quickly in these areas. If you or your patient is ill, or if they have a disorder or injury to the foot, avoid foot treatments until you have received a doctor’s advice.
Some people might simply prefer to receive hand reflexology sessions. Treatment can be given anywhere, at any time. There are no socks to remove. It is usually less intimidating and more soothing for anyone from children to adults. However, it is always a good idea to ask for their preferences and to tailor the session appropriately.
Reflexology in the Feet
While both the feet and the hands have pressure points, and both are effective in practicing reflexology, the feet are more powerful in this therapy treatment. The pressure points in your feet stimulate the nerve pathways and organs more vigorously than those in your hands. This means you will begin feel faster, more effective results.
Besides, we spend so much time on our feet, putting a lot of stress on the soles and, consequently, the pressure points in our feet. A reflexology session does wonders in relieving that stress.
Conclusion?
While foot reflexology is usually more effective than hand sessions, it is always a good idea to consult with a doctor when the patient has an injury — fracture, broken bone, or skin wound — or suffers from a disorder, such as ulcers or gout.
Source: Tonya Hillukka Mickelson
Is reflexology an effective intervention?
May 3, 2010
Last year UK complementary medicine expert Dr Edzard Ernst presented a thorough study on the effectiveness of reflexology. What did the report of the book ‘Trick of Treatment‘ report? “Reflexology: ‘bodywork on your hands & feet!‘“ Reflexology was described in the study as a technique that involves applying pressure to various parts of the foot or hands, which is said to have a beneficial effect on other parts of the body. Ernst searched six databases and found 217 trials on reflexology, of which only 18 randomised controlled trials were considered good enough to be analysed. Of these 18 trials, only five yielded positive results, says Ernst. Ernst describes: “Most of the higher-quality trials did not generate positive findings. The best evidence available to date does not demonstrate convincingly that reflexology is an effective treatment for any medical condition.” Ernst says proponents of reflexology argue the method is risk free but he argues it could be “life-threatening” if patients relied on it to treat a serious condition. “There is little doubt that a foot massage is pleasantly relaxing, however specific medical claims should always be supported by sound evidence.” SUGGESTIONS FOR FURTHER READING: Reflexology relates to various massage techniques. |
Reflexology – ask Krissy
August 3, 2008
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Reflexology as an alternative massage?: “I have heard a lot about reflexology and am interested in it because I think I would benefit from massage. But I am not a fan of being touched. Do you think reflexology would be a good alternative to a full body massage?” Mike, Cape Coral. SOURCE: Reflexology news |
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Reflexology is very popular! In your foot, there are many reflexology points that, when massaged, you are able to reach all parts of the body. It is also a great way to correct different problems you may be having physically, because you are able to also pinpoint different organs, etc. Since you do not like your full body to be touched, you will be happy to know that you will receive the benefits of a full body massage every time you receive a reflexology treatment.So, I recommend you jump into this treatment feet first and enjoy!
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Reflexology Charts
August 3, 2008
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Reflexology Charts: Reflexology Charts are valuable tools for working on the zones of the body (the feet, hands, ears, or other body parts). Reflexology Charts describe how to treat organs within the corresponding zones of the body. SOURCE: Reflexology Charts |
| There are many reflexology charts available – the above refexology foot chart is just one example – demonstrating the areas of the feet that practitioners believe correspond with organs in the “zones” of the body.
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Popsugar Reflexology
July 29, 2008
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Reflexology at Popsugar: Some Western doctors believe that reflexology is nothing more than a relaxing foot massage, but it’s a widespread practice across Asia, and much of Chinese Medicine (such as acupuncture and acupressure) is based on these ‘lines of energy’, in the body. SOURCE: Beauty glossary reflexology |
| Reflexology is a holistic treatment, which takes the view that the feet – and hands– work as maps of the body’s state of health and wellbeing. Reflexology practitioners divide the feet into zones that run from the toes, to the brain, through different parts of the body. There are ten vertical zones, or energy lines – and as pressure is provided to the feet, these lines are stimulated so that the energy is able to flow.For what to expect from a reflexology treatment, just read more.LEARN MORE ABOUT REFLEXOLOGY: REFLEXOLOGY CHARTS | FOOT REFLEXOLOGY HAND REFLEXOLOGY | EAR REFLEXOLOGY
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Reflexology foot chart
July 29, 2008
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The very first ‘Reflexology foot chart’: The first ‘reflexology foot chart’ was developed by Eunice Ingham in North America during the 1930’s. Her reflexology foot charts showed exactly how particular parts of the foot relate to other parts of the body. SOURCE: Review of reflexology charts |
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Reflexology in London
July 19, 2008
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Reflexology in London: Reflexologists and reflexology centers can be found in London at: the Central London College of Reflexology (14-16 Betterton Street, Covent Garden); London School of Reflexology (13 Brookfield Mansion, Highgate West Hill), and the London Foot Care Center (94 Snowfields, London Bridge SE1 3SS).” SOURCE: Reflexology in London |
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World record for Taiwan (2): foot massage reflexology
July 12, 2008
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Photo impressions from the event: About 1 000 Taiwanese will sit down for a world record reflexology foot massage in Taipei on Tuesday 8 july. SOURCE:
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Reflexology diagram
July 11, 2008
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Reflexology Diagram: A reflexology diagram helps you to recoginize the reflex zones on the foot, hand, or the ear. For a reflexologist it is very important to have a detailed reflexology foot diagram, or a reflexology hand diagram in your head. For then it becomes much more easy to include intuitive processes for the benefits of the reflexology client. SOURCE:
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Hand Reflexology Chart
July 11, 2008
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Hand Reflexology Chart: Hand reflexology may not be as popular as foot reflexology. However, hand reflexology does provide some benefits compared to foot reflexology. For example: our hands are much more accessible than our feet! So the hands make a great self-help tool for adults and children, which explains why hand reflexology charts are also very popular.
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