A Safe Non-Invasive Complementary
Therapy
that offers:
Stress Reduction
Improved Circulation
Relaxation
 What
is Reflexology?
The
Art of Tuning
Reflexology is a science that
deal with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feel and
hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs and parts
of the body.
Reflexology
Relaxes Tension
Since approximately 75% of
total's diseases are attributable to stress and tension.
Reflexology
Improves Nerve and Blood Supply
In order to keep the body
at a normal balance, it is imperative that the blood and nerve supply
to every organ and gland be at a maximum. As tension is eased,
pressure on the nerves and Vessels are relaxed.
Reflexology
Helps Nature to Normalize
Overactive glands or organs can be helped to return
to normal. Conversely, if an organ or a gland is underactive, Reflexology
can help return it to its normally functioning level..
Principles
and Practice
Reflexology is a
non-invasive method of stimulating reflexes in the hands, feet and ears,
through the medium of touch, which correspond to every part, gland and organ
of the body.
A reflexology treatment
assists a person to reach greater relaxation and experience the benefits of
improved circulation throughout their entire body.
When stress is reduced the body's own natural healing processes can function more
efficiently.
A reflexologist approaches
each session as a balanced, systematic therapy which covers the reflex areas
of both the left and right sides of the body.
Commonly reported
benefits following a treatment are:
- Stress
relief
- An
increase in mental and physical well being
- Reduction
in pain and discomfort
History
of Practice
In the study of pressure
point techniques it has been discovered that our bodies are reflected in
microcosm in our feet, hands and ears.
The practice of modern
reflexology stems from knowledge that was known in the ancient societies of
Egypt, India and China. Reflexology has been practiced in China for over
5,000 years.
In 1913, 'zone therapy' was
introduced to North America through the research on pressure point therapies
by Dr. William Fitzgerald, an ear, nose and throat specialist. Modern
reflexology was born from the continued research by Eunice Ingham, a
physiotherapist.
Reflexology
Research
China, Denmark and the
United Kingdom excel in their research on the benefits of reflexology as a
health care modality. Each of these countries recognize reflexology as a a safe and beneficial therapy
that can be integrated into an existing and established heath care system.
China continues to expand
their areas of research in over 100 illnesses and health conditions. Denmark
follows next in clinical research, where reflexology is the most common
complementary treatment used by the public. In the United Kingdom clinical
studies are conducted on the benefits of reflexology with qualified
reflexologies and mainstream health care practitioners working together.
In North America,
reflexologies and conventional western medical practitioners are just
beginning to explore the possibilities and benefits of collaborative research
on reflexology. One such study has been documented in a respected research
journal: Oleson, T. and Flocco,
W., "Randomized controlled study of premenstrual symptoms treated with
ear, hand and foot reflexology", Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1993;82(6): 906-11.
Reflexology is beneficial
as a regular for all ages and is entirely safe to receive during pregnancy
and labour. It is used in partnership with
chiropractic, therapeutic message and physiotherapy programs of health care.
Many people use reflexology as a complement to the following health
practices: Conventional, naturopathic, homeopathic and traditional Chinese
medicine.
The Reflexology Association
of British Columbia was organized in 1969 by a group of sixteen dedicated
reflexologies. This association was established for the purpose of advancing
the understanding and knowledge of Reflexology both for its members and for
society as a whole.
The four main areas of
focus for the association are:
- Education
- Research
- Publicity
- Activism
in local complementary and alternative health community events and
forums.
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