WHAT IS REFLEXOLOGY?
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Reflexology is a science that maps out the reflex points on the feet, hands, face or ears. These points have a connection to the entire body. The hand techniques are unique to traditional Reflexology and are different from the motions used in other types of bodywork.
This protocol of manual techniques, such as thumb-and finger-walking, hook and backup and rotating-on-a-point, applied to specific reflex areas predominantly on the feet and hands. These techniques stimulate the complex neural pathways linking body systems, supporting the body’s efforts to function optimally. As a specialized pressure technique; these techniques are applied to specific wellness-related reflex points on the feet or hands to release blocked energy, relieve stress and boost circulation. The effectiveness of reflexology is recognized worldwide by various national health institutions and the public at large as a distinct complementary practice within the holistic health field. 
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New studies on the benefits of Reflexology on brain health and function
by Kevin & Barbara Kunz 👣Stress Reduction: Reflexology helps to reduce stress and promotes relaxation, which can have a positive impact on brain health. It activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. 👣Improved Blood Circulation: By applying pressure to specific points on the feet or hands, reflexology improves blood circulation throughout the body, including the brain. This increased blood flow can enhance brain function and improve cognitive abilities. 👣Enhanced Sleep Quality: Reflexology has been shown to improve sleep quality, which is essential for optimal brain health. By reducing stress and promoting relaxation, reflexology can help regulate sleep patterns and ensure restful sleep. 👣Pain Relief: Reflexology can help alleviate headaches and migraines, which are often associated with brain health issues. By targeting specific reflex points, reflexology stimulates the release of endorphins, which act as natural painkillers. 👣Mental Clarity and Focus: Reflexology can enhance mental clarity and focus by reducing mental fatigue and improving concentration. It helps to clear the mind, improve cognitive function, and increase alertness. 👣Emotional Wellbeing: Reflexology can have a positive impact on emotional wellbeing, which is closely linked to brain health. It helps to reduce anxiety, depression, and mood swings, promoting a sense of overall emotional balance. |
👣BENEFITS OF REFLEXOLOGY👣
Relaxation Response:
It is well documented that when the body is in a relaxed state, many physiological changes take place in the body which are beneficial to good health. Stress reduction is what Reflexology does best.
Endorphin Release:
These chemicals are the body’s natural pain killers. When one receives Reflexology, these “feel good” substances are released into the bloodstream and relief from pain can be obtained.
Increased Circulation:
Direct pressure on the feet and hands increases venous return or better blood flow. This tends to warm the extremities, helps nutrients get to the cells and takes away waste products. It also moves more oxygen into the cells where it is needed.
Direct Nerve Stimulation:
There are thousands of nerve endings found on each foot which positively respond to the alternating pressures specific to the field of Reflexology. This results in a decrease of stress on all levels.
Decrease Pain:
Alternating direct pressures to the specific reflex points on the feet, hands or ears can assist in breaking down the chemical called “Substance P” which tends to build up around the nerve endings at our extremities when the body is in pain.
Relaxation Response:
It is well documented that when the body is in a relaxed state, many physiological changes take place in the body which are beneficial to good health. Stress reduction is what Reflexology does best.
Endorphin Release:
These chemicals are the body’s natural pain killers. When one receives Reflexology, these “feel good” substances are released into the bloodstream and relief from pain can be obtained.
Increased Circulation:
Direct pressure on the feet and hands increases venous return or better blood flow. This tends to warm the extremities, helps nutrients get to the cells and takes away waste products. It also moves more oxygen into the cells where it is needed.
Direct Nerve Stimulation:
There are thousands of nerve endings found on each foot which positively respond to the alternating pressures specific to the field of Reflexology. This results in a decrease of stress on all levels.
Decrease Pain:
Alternating direct pressures to the specific reflex points on the feet, hands or ears can assist in breaking down the chemical called “Substance P” which tends to build up around the nerve endings at our extremities when the body is in pain.
REFLEXOLOGY and PAIN RELIEF
Pain occurs in the body from blocked or decreased flow of bio-chemical electrical nerve impulses. Any form of stress in the body (mental/physical/emotional) can cause irritating chemicals to accumulate in and around the nerve endings. Reflexology techniques focus on the nerve endings in the feet, hands and face. These nerve endings connect to every part of the body. When there is tenderness felt by the reflexologist it is believed to be an indication of blockage or congestion that has accumulated around those nerve endings. One of these chemicals is called Substance P - which is a neurotransmitter. The "P" stands for pain. Specific techniques that the Reflexologist implements will assist in breaking down the blockage on the nerve endings, which helps to increase the bio-chemical electric flow to the nerves and reduce the pain.It also can help restore nerve flow to the specific part of the body as mapped out by the reflexology charts.
As the Massage therapist works the 'knots' in the muscles - the Reflexologist works the 'knots' on the nerve endings
