Reflexology
What
is Reflexology?
Reflexology
is a system of massage of the feet based on the idea that
there are invisible zones running vertically
through the body. Each organ has a corresponding location
in the foot. Each foot represents its own side of the body
and is divided into 5 longitudinal zones. The waist is approximately
halfway down the foot and the big toes represent the head.
A similar situation exists for the hands.
Its origins are from ancient China but it was also practiced
in primitive African tribes, by the red Indians and in
early Egypt. It was rediscovered in the West by Dr.
William Fitzgerald
in the early 1900's.
What can be treated ?
Most conditions will benefit to some extent from reflexology.
Those conditions of longer standing will require longer
treatments. The main uses are high blood pressure,
stress, back pain,
digestive disorders, asthma and skin disorders.
What does the treatment involve ?
The practitioner applies pressure to the feet or the
hands in order to assess your health.
Foot reflexology is the stimulation of reflexes in
the feet, which reflect anatomical parts of the
body. Their
position
follows a logical anatomical map. Each reflex
requires a precise massage using specific hand and
finger
techniques. The corresponding parts of the body
experience relaxation.
With relaxation comes homeostasis whereby the
cells of the
body may return to a normal state of harmony.
A reflexologist feels calcification and lymph fluid
build up as a
sign of stress.
The initial consultation will last 1 hour and
subsequent weekly sessions 45 minutes. Regular
treatments may
be necessary.
A so called healing crisis (rash or cough)
may occur due to the clearing of toxins.
Is it safe? Yes but should be avoided in early pregnancy.
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