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Origin
Origin of Reflexology is still not known but some people of ancient civilization used to use this kinds of healing therapy. Ancient Egypt, China and India used to this kind of healing since 2500 B.C.
History
History of Reflexology goes back to the time of ancient medicine like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese medicine. Ancient Indian used to do massage as a form of hastapad abhayangam which is similar to reflexology using most of marma pressure points.Chinese people also using same wisdom.Japanese used to tell this therapy ashi no ura and Te no ura amma.Later this is now called Reflexology by west.Reflexology is now very popular in the west as well every part of this globe.
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is the application of pressure, stretch and movement to the feet and hands to effect corresponding parts of the body. Reflexologists view the feet and hands as a mirror image of the body. By applying technique a reflexologist can break up patterns of stress in other parts of the body.
How does it work?
There are many theories but in our approach we look at the nervous system as the explanation of reflexology's working. Pressure applied to the feet generates a signal through the peripheral nervous system. From there it enters the central nervous system where it is processed in various parts of the brain. It is then relayed to the internal organs to allocate the necessary adjustments in fuel and oxygen, Finally a response is fashioned that is sent onto the motor system. This message is feed forward to adjust the body's tone or overall tension level. If applied properly the tone will reset itself to a lower operating tempo. A lower operating tempo means a lessening of stress and less wear and tear on the body's systems.
Reflexology chart showing how acupressure points in the foot pertain to different parts of the body
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| 1) Top of Head |
21) Spleenic Fixture |
| 2) Sinuses |
22) Gall Bladder |
| 3) Pituitary Gland |
23) Adrenal Glands |
| 4) Temporal Area |
24) Hepatic Flexure |
| 5) Neck, Cervical |
25) Kidneys |
| 6) Upper Lymph Area |
26) Transverse Colon |
| 7) Parathyroid Gland |
27) Waist |
| 8) Ears |
28) Ureters |
| 9) Eyes |
29) Ascending Colon |
| 10) Thyroid Glands |
30) Descending Colon |
| 11) Shoulder |
31) Lumbar |
| 12) Lungs and Bronchi |
32) Small Intestines |
| 13) Heart Area |
33) Sacral |
| 14) Heart |
34) Bladder |
| 15) Spine, Vertebra |
35) Ileo-Caecal Valve |
| 16) Pancreas |
36) Appendix |
| 17) Solar Plexus |
37) Sigmoid Flexure |
| 18) Stomach & Duodenum |
38) Hip & Lower Back |
| 19) Liver |
39) Coccyx |
| 20) Spleen |
40) Sciatic Area |
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| Reflexology chart showing how acupressure points in the hand pertain to different parts of the body |
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Benefits of Reflexology
In general terms the benefits of reflexology have to do with the reduction of stress. Because the feet and hands help set the tension level for the rest of the body they are an easy way to interrupt the stress signal and reset homeostasis, the body's equilibrium.
Whether reflexology can benefit certain conditions and diseases in still under investigation. Further scientific study need to be done in order to come to some definite benefits of reflexology in regard to illness and disease. Reflexology is a complement to standard medical care. It should not be construed as medical advice. It should not be a replacement to medical help. Please use it wisely. We care about your safety.
Treatment session
Reflexology sessions in general last from 30 minutes to an hour. It is a clothed session with only the removal of shoes and socks as a requirement. (Some massage therapists add it as a part of a overall massage session so they will require the removal of additional clothing.)
Reflexologist will use a chair and at times a table. Some do use oil. However, this is a tool that is debated within the profession. Dry technique is common. Reflexologists use pressure, stretch and movement to work through the foot methodically. The whole foot should be worked in most circumstances. Both feet should be covered as well.
The reflexologist should work within your comfort zone. Too much pressure can actually be harmful and could lead to injury. But personal preference is something you should communicate with your reflexologist. If you indicate that too much pressure is being used and the practitioner continues we suggest you stop the session. You should always have your wishes respected.
Do not rely on a reflexologist for medical help. The reflexologist is limited to complementing medicine not replacing it. You should feel relaxation at the end of a session. How long that relaxation lasts is a good indicator of the effectiveness of the session. Make note of this. And tell your reflexologist your response to the session. This can be helpful information. Finally enjoy the session. Be careful that talking doesn't interfere with the relaxation effect. Discussing world politics is probably something best left to another time. |
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