What is Reflexology Good For and How Does It Work?

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Just about everyone loves a good foot rub because it helps to relax the body and the mind. Reflexology accomplishes this and a  lot more. Through targeted points in the feet, hands and ears, a reflexology massage stimulates circulation in distinct areas of the body, relaxes specific muscles, and stimulates healing and pain relief.

Reflexology is based upon the idea that the feet are directly associated to other parts of the body through one of the ten energy zones. Each of these energy zones, and partiuclarly each of the body parts, muscles and organs, has a connected spot on the foot. When these spots are massaged, the corresponding part of the body receives the direct benefit also.

A trained reflexologist knows the appropriate way to massage the feet which result in elaxation and healing to the whole body. He or she can even pinpoint areas of pain or illness within your body through the initial foot massage technique and then target those areas of the foot to contribute to overall wellness even more.

The fundamentals of reflexology are simple. Each foot and hand corresponds to the same side of the body. So if your back is hurting on the right side, there is a section in your right foot that associated to this location.

For instance on the foot, the toe region is directly connected to the neck, sinuses, head and brain. Under the toe are are the corresponding points for all of the internal organs.  The spine is represented by the inner edge of the feet and the lower extremities are accumulated around the heel.

There is nothing miraculousl about reflexology. In scientific terms, it is theorized that the pressure from the point specific massage simply sends signals along the nerve pathways which release chemicals or relax parts of the nervous system. Each of these processes will result in relaxation and stress reduction, which in turn provide an overall sense of well-being, increases the body’s functions, and promotes healing.

You can perform a version of reflexology at home by using a hard rolling ball or a box of marbles, simply roll your foot around on them, applying pressure on areas that are tender and making sure the entire foot is massaged at some point.   You can also massage one hand with the other whenever it is convenient, such as while waiting in traffic, standing in line or listening to a lecture.

Reflexology uses pressure points of the foot, hand or outer ears to relieve stress and tension in different sections of the body. It help in relaxation, stimulation of bodily functions and helps to heal many different injuries.


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