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If you think of reflexology at all, you probably think of feet. Traditional reflexology involves massaging or applying pressure to parts of the feet in an attempt to benefit other parts of the body or one's general health.

An alternative therapy, reflexology sometimes doesn't get much respect from the mainstream medical community, but it has many faithful devotees, including plenty of people in Rowan County.

Reflexology, according to the American Reflexology Certification Board, "is a scientific art based on the premise that there are zones and reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all body parts. The physical act of applying specific pressures using thumb, finger and hand techniques result in stress reduction which causes a physiological change in the body."

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Morning sickness
Headaches
Pain & discomfort
Back ache
Fatigue
Constipation
Swollen ankles
Cramp
Can be used as an aide to induce labour at full term
To support the mother coping with a new baby
Can also be useful to help in cases where some couples have problems conceiving.

A debate over the merits of reflexology has been triggered by a new report on the effectiveness of the practice. The report, by UK complementary medicine expert Dr Edzard Ernst of the Peninsula Medical School is published this week in the Medical Journal of Australia.

Reflexology involves applying pressure to various parts of the foot or hands, which is said to have a beneficial effect on other parts of the body. Ernst searched six databases and found 217 trials on reflexology, of which only 18 randomised controlled trials were considered good enough to be analysed.

Of these 18 trials, only five yielded positive results, says Ernst."Most of the higher-quality trials did not generate positive findings," he says. "The best evidence available to date does not demonstrate convincingly that reflexology is an effective treatment for any medical condition."

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Reflexology is a simple method to help balance the body and stimulate organs. It is a natural therapy that is based on the principle that there are Technique’s basics : Gentle pressure is applied on specific pressure points of hands and feet, to provide relief.

Says reflexologist Habiba Bijapuri, “It is believed that these pressure points are the gateways to vital energy centres within the body. These energy centres may become blocked from the stresses of everyday life. Using reflexology techniques, these energy centres can be cleared and the balance to the body restored.”

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Bacolod City Councilor Wilson “Jun” Gamboa said that the on-going reflexology training at the New Government Center supports the move of the country towards strengthening its ground on medical tourism that aims to lure foreigners to the country to take advantage of its competitive, yet affordable medical services.

In his speech during the launching of the five-day “Reflexology Training Seminar” at the Masskara Hall of the New Government Center, Gamboa stressed the need of skills trainings like this that provides alternative livelihood to the participants that can give them profitable employment as the trend of wellness and fitness of many professional today include a visit to a spa for at least once a week.

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When your feet are tired and aching, who ya gonna call? A foot reflexologist might be one. Or just try letting the "crunchiness" in your feet mingle with sand between your toes during a walk along the beach. That "crunchiness" in the heels or soles of your feet "could be due to uric acid deposits, which reflexology helps to disperse," according to Makiki reflexologist Suzanne Garrett.

"It also helps to mobilize the foot's structure, helps to balance the endocrine system, and to balance the spine, shoulder and neck areas," she said. "And reflexology points overlap the Chinese system of meridian or acupressure points."

Garrett said shoes are a "huge culprit" in foot problems. "Walking on concrete is a problem for feet. Sandals and slippers are a backward way to hold your foot because feet like to be held around the ankle and the heel, so when you have.

The support between the toes, it's awkward. It's better to walk on the sand or to use shoes with 'rocker' bottoms," she said. "If you study the design and the whole muscular structure of feet, they are meant to be walked on without shoes, like over rocks and tree stumps. I never use shoes in the mountains."

Linda Friedman, president of the Reflexology Association of Hawaii (including 21 licensed, practicing members), agreed. One of the benefits of reflexology is that you don't necessarily need to see someone for it; you could walk on the beach. Everyone has access to it."

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Foot reflexology is based on the premise that our nerve zones or reflex points go from the bottom of our feet to the top of our head, encompassing all vital organs on the way.

There are many theories but in Reflexology Research study, they look at the nervous system as the explanation of reflexology's working. Pressure applied to the hands and feet generates.

A signal through the nervous system, then processed in the brain. It is then relayed to various parts of the body to help restore it's own healthy balance.

In these hectic times, we are all looking for ways to both relax and naturally heal the many maladies that stress and tension can produce.  Reflexology is the perfect solution for restoring body, mind, and spirit.   What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a science and an art that deals with the principle that there are approximately 7,200 reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs, and other parts of they body.  Reflexology is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers to "work" these reflex areas.

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I’ve always been interested in alternative medicine,” says Mary Buchanan, a nurse at Misericordia Health Centre who recently decided to pursue certification in reflexology. “I’ve had reflexology treatments myself. They were relaxing and relieved stress.

Reflexology is a holistic, non-invasive approach to working with patients. Reflexes in our feet, hands and ears have referral areas that correspond to every gland, organ and area in our bodies.

Through touching or stimulating these reflexes and paying attention to sensitivities, a practitioner can help promote the natural function of the related areas without any adverse side effects.

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Reflexology is holistic, it treats the whole person not just the presenting symptoms. It is suitable for all ages. Many people find a course of treatments beneficial for conditions such as IBS and other digestive disorders, migraines, chronic fatigue, arthritis and stress.

People also find that reflexology helps maintain a sense of good health and well being.I am a qualified Reflexologist and live in Hunsbury Meadows, Northampton(UK.)I am fully insured and a member of the Association of Reflexologists.Visit me and be assured of a warm welcome in comfortable surroundings