Reflexology...A Quick Definition

Reflexology, or zone therapy, is a complementary therapy, intended for use alongside conventional medical care and not as a replacement. It is the practice of stimulating nerves on the feet, hands and ears, in order to encourage a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body, or to try to improve general health. Reflexology is most commonly performed on the feet, moving on to the hands and/or ears where physical restraints (contraindications), such as veruccas or fractures, apply.

There is no one fixed theory to explain reflexology. All practitioners believe that areas on the foot correspond to areas of the body, and that reflexology assists the self-healing process. Some practitioners believe these zones reflect the energy (Qi) body, and that blockages of energy in the body are reflected through "grit" or "lumps" on the foot. A therapist will apply pressure in the form of relaxing massage to these areas, in order to stimulate the corresponding area and thereby remove blockages in the energy body.

Contrary to some beliefs, reflexology does not seek to diagnose or cure medical conditions - merely imbalances in the life energy or Qi of the body. There are concerns over the efficacy of this treatment, and about the safety of using such a therapy instead of conventional medicine, which have resulted in some studies to investigate reflexology.


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05/02/2012
Centre offers massage franchise
PETALING JAYA: The therapeutic massage industry is big business in Malaysia. A survey not long ago revealed that an overwhelming 90 per cent of those interviewed preferred to be massaged by professional masseurs.

Centre offers massage franchise

05/12/2012
Blind ready to give massage training
MIRI: The Blind Massage and Reflexology Centre operated by the Miri Bintulu Blind People Association in Desa Indah [...]

Blind ready to give massage training

05/09/2012
Massage Envy Spa In Quincy to Offer Personal Wellness Plans
The professional, upscale, affordable spa offers personal membership packages featuring customizable massages, facials, and numerous member benefits and discounts.Quincy, MA (PRWEB) May 09, 2012 Massage Envy Spa Quincy is excited to announce their Personal Wellness Plan membership packages. The day spa in Milton, Quincy, MA is now offering nationwide memberships for the low price of only $59 a ...

Massage Envy Spa In Quincy to Offer Personal Wellness Plans

05/12/2012
Reflexology therapist stretches her business
A NEW business which opened its doors in north Northumberland recently is expanding to cope with demand.

Reflexology therapist stretches her business

05/07/2012
Business News: Massage Envy picks top therapist
Massage Envy announced Jen Nahmensen was selected as the company's Massage Therapist of the Year for the St. Louis region. There are 15 Massage Envy clinics in the region. Nahmensen, a Mehlville resident, specializes in multiple types of massage therapy, including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, trigger point and reflexology. She has worked at the Massage Envy Clayton clinic for six years.

Business News: Massage Envy picks top therapist

05/15/2012
Asian Healing Presentation: Free Acupuncture, Massage and Chinese Herbs at New Westminster Multicultural Festival
Canadian Research Institute of Spirituality (charity), together with Beautiful Minds Wellness Centre, at New Westminster Festival May 19, 2012 provides educational info, demo/consultation on Asian healing, such as acupuncture, massage therapy, and Chinese herbsVancouver, B.C. (PRWEB) May 15, 2012 Beautiful Minds Wellness Centre is honored to be invited by Canadian Research Institute of ...

Asian Healing Presentation: Free Acupuncture, Massage and Chinese Herbs at New Westminster Multicultural Festival

05/09/2012
Massage Envy Spa In Quincy to Offer Personal Wellness Plans
The professional, upscale, affordable spa offers personal membership packages featuring customizable massages, facials, and numerous member benefits and discounts.Quincy, MA (PRWEB) May 09, 2012 Massage Envy Spa Quincy is excited to announce their Personal Wellness Plan membership packages. The day spa in Milton, Quincy, MA is now offering nationwide memberships for the low price of only $59 a ...

Massage Envy Spa In Quincy to Offer Personal Wellness Plans

05/12/2012
Reflexology therapist stretches her business
A NEW business which opened its doors in north Northumberland recently is expanding to cope with demand.

Reflexology therapist stretches her business

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