Reflexology:
Reflexology is a popular therapy that was first introduced to the West in the early twentieth century as “zone therapy.” This technique involves the physical act of applying pressure to the body, with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques. Specific points are targeted and worked on in order to send signals to the brain and balance the nervous system. Today, reflexology therapy not only targets the hands and feet, but also the entire back in order to improve health benefits and promote relaxation. Acupressure and massage techniques are applied to the entire body, starting from the feet and legs and working up all the way up to the arms, ears, and head. Used sometimes an alternative to Western medicinal treatment, reflexology works wonders as it can heal not only the mind but also the body and its aches.
Reflexology is an ancient art of healing that promotes relaxation, improves circulation, encourages overall healing, improves the immune system, and reduces pain, tension, and toxins. As it stimulates your nerve function, reflexology generates a deep tranquil relaxation that helps the body balance itself and allow healing energy to flow. This treatment method can even be effective to offer relief from ailments such as (but not limited to) back pain, migraines, infertility, arthritis, insomnia, and digestive problems.