Reflexology has been around for thousands of years. The idea
is that there are small and specific areas of innervation in the feet that
correspond to specific muscle groups or organs. Through the application of
pressure or massage on specific areas, reflexology is said to promote
relaxation, improve circulation and help support the normalization of the related
area in the body.
Reflexology it is intended to reduce stress and help the
body reals and help with optimal balance of the body’s biochemical and other
systems. Having the feet rubbed is an
enjoyable and relaxing experience for most people, there is little doubt that
reflexology can help reduce stress and promote a sense of wellbeing much the
same as any other form of massage.
Most reflexology session run from thirty to sixty minutes.
Shoes and sock are removed and the client is made comfortable. Some
reflexologists offer a foot bath at the beginning. Pressure is applied using
the thumb and finger in a rolling or walking pattern. This give a gentle
stretching and massaging of specific zones.
Chinese Reflexology Massage is considered acupressure,
sharing the same principles as acupuncture but utilizing them without the
needles. Reflexology massage is believed to have been practiced as far back as
2450 B. C. in China and Egypt.
Does it work? I don’t
know. But I like it.
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