Reflexology Treatments
This type of massage therapy focuses on the extremities, including the feet, the hands, and the ears.
Some HistoryThe oldest depiction of reflexology, dating back to 2500 BCE, is found in pictographs of physician Ankmahor ar Saqqara. Some say it started in China about 5,000 years ago. In Europe, reflexology was practiced as far back as the 14th century.
At the turn of the century, Dr. William Fitzgerald and Dr. Joseph Riley advanced its use in the US, and it was further improved by Eunice Ingham. Hand reflexology techniques have been used since the 1980's. About the TechniqueAccording to this approach, there are ten zones throughout the body where the energy flows. The feet are a microcosm of the body, and areas in each foot reflect these various zones. The numerous nerve endings make the feet more sensitive and receptive, in part because we keep them covered and protected.
Feet are perhaps the most-used and the worst-treated portion of the body! Calcium deposits and uric acid/crystals can lead to circulation being stagnant in the feet. Opening the neural pathways disrupts stress patterns. During the treatment, the Parasympathetic nervous system is engaged, inducing the relaxation response.
No Need for ConcernReflexology is a harmless procedure that can only help you. The therapist is well-trained in this modality, and used just the right energy. The therapist is there to make you feel comfortable.
The Results?Studies show that 80 to 90 percent of diseases come from stress. Stress and tension tighten up the cardiovascular system and restrict blood, and therefore circulation becomes sluggish.
Reflexology reduces stress, opens neural pathways, and induces deep relaxation. It also soothes anxiety and depression. Reflexology offers you numerous benefits:
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