Reflexology
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is the technique practiced on stimulating points on the feet, hands and ears, in order to encourage a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body, or to try to improve general health. Reflexology is most commonly performed on the feet, moving on to the hands and/or ears.
Practitioners using the chart believe the foot to be divided into a number of reflex zones corresponding to all zones of the energy of the body. In applying pressure in the form of massage to particular areas of a person's foot, this will stimulate the corresponding part of the energy body and assist the self-healing process. Contrary to some beliefs, reflexology does not seek to diagnose or cure medical conditions - merely imbalances in the energy of the body.
Benefits of Reflexology
- Increased feelings of deep relaxation and general wellbeing.
- Reduced stress.
- Improved circulation.
- Feeling of increased energy.
How reflexology is carried out:
Reflexologists apply pressure using their thumbs and fingers on "reflex zones" found on the feet and hands which are said to correspond to the different parts of the body. Reflexology is a widespread practice in Asia, where foot reflexology is quite popular. Although many people are sceptical about the concepts underlying this practice, its use is spreading - perhaps because it is being taken simply as a relaxing massage therapy.
Sales of foot reflexology equipment are increasing rapidly. Socks printed with reflex zone foot maps and diagrams were developed based on reflexology. Inexpensive how-to books enabling people to perform the exercises by themselves are also available for self-help practice. Reflexologists advise caution in applying the chart techniques to oneself, and would recommend that people should consult an expert before using them if they are pregnant or have a chronic condition.
It should be made clear that the reflexology chart is not intended to diagnose or treat medical conditions, and is not a replacement for conventional medical practice.
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