Reflexology - manual foot treatment, massage

Reflexology - manual foot treatment, massage

What is reflexology?

Reflexology is a type of therapy in which pressure is applied to reflex points on the feet.

Reflexology improves blood circulation, provides energy balance to the body, and relieves tension.

A kind of manual massage is performed and the area where the patient feels pain or discomfort is treated. So far, no official, comprehensive study has been conducted on whether reflexology is more effective than traditional foot massage.

According to reflexologists, this procedure is effective in improving the following conditions:

  • Immune system;
  • Cold or bacterial infection;
  • Sinus disorders;
  • Back pain;
  • Hormonal imbalance;
  • Digestion of food;
  • Arthritic pain.

The procedure lasts 50 minutes. It is not necessary, although the specialist may use a cream or lotion.

 

Source:

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/reflexology