Reflexology Natural Healing

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Natural Healing by REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is a system of natural healing that claims that pain and illness may be alleviated when certain parts of the feet and hands (and also other points on the body) are pressed or manipulated. Foot reflexology is the most well-known.  It is a gentle form of therapy that aims to restore the well-being of the patient rather than just eliminate symptoms of illnesses.  Reflexology is derived from ‘zone therapy’, which was developed by Dr. William Fitzgerald in 1913. In the 1930s Eunice Ingham further developed the procedure. Proponents of reflexology claim that the practice can help the following conditions: stress-related disorders, digestive conditions, sports injuries, hormonal imbalances, sleep disorders, arthritis, infertility, migraine, and back pain.

People who undergo reflexology sessions because of a known condition may find it beneficial to pursue follow-up sessions simply because they wish to maintain the feeling of well-being that it gives. Initially, the reflexologist will ask the patient about his past and current lifestyle and state of health. Following that, the practitioner will exert pressure on various points using his knowledge of the ‘zones’ of a person’s feet. The reflexologist is aware of slight changes in these zones which correspond to changes in other parts of the body.

Patients who undergo reflexology sessions should be sensitive to how the treatment makes them feel since this will guide the reflexologist during succeeding sessions. The majority of patients describe their state after a session as being relaxed with a positive sense of well-being. If the reflexologist seems to be using too much pressure and makes you uncomfortable, you should always have the option of asking him to modify the pressure or of stopping the session altogether. Reflexology is considered to be a complement to generally-accepted medical treatment, rather than a replacement.

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