Some benefits as reported through studies and/or client testimonials:
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- Stress reduction
- Deep relaxation
- Increased circulation
- Pain reduction or Elimination
- Accelerated self-healing
- Restored healthy internal balance
- Revitalized energy
- Increased sense of well-being
- Stimulates creativity and productivity
- Reduces or prevents foot pain
- Cleanses the body of toxins and impurities
- Lowers high blood pressure
- Helps resolve fertility issues
Reflexology is a non-invasive natural therapy that relaxes the body. On rare occasions, release of toxins as a result of the body’s natural healing process may result in symptoms such as perspiration, nausea, diarrhea, or headaches, however these symptoms are temporary and not serious. If a person is highly toxic (drug or alcohol use or chemo treatment) the reflexologist should be informed treatment can then be varied so the client does not have discomfort from massive detoxification.
“Thank you for sharing your knowledge on “feet.” Your innate love and care for people shines through you.” ~K. Quall
How does it work?
There are many theories about how Reflexology works, but the most commonly held belief is that Reflexology acts to relax those reflexes that in turn are connected to various parts of the body, improving lymphatic drainage and circulation as well as relaxing muscles and stimulating nerve connections. It has been documented that stress causes up to 90% of all illness. By relaxing the client Reflexology prevents and heals damage from stress.
Reflexology works with Zones and it is believed that by “clearing” the zones in the foot, hands and/or ears with reflexology you allow energy flow to any blocked areas and healing occurs.
Nerve endings can become calcified and therefore dysfunctional. Through reflexology you can “break up” this calcification and re-establish communication in the body.
Reflexology also works through communication of the nervous system. There are over 7200 nerve endings in each foot. Stimulating these nerves has a huge impact on the entire body. By applying calm, healing touch to the feet, hands and ears the entire body can relax and be soothed.
