Reflexology
Reflexology is a science that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs and parts of the body. Reflexology is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers on these reflex areas: 1) to relieve stress and tension. 2) to improve blood supply and promote the unblocking of nerve impulses. 3) to help nature achieve homeostasis. 75% of todays diseases are attributable to stress and tension, reflexology relaxes and calms the body.
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Reflexology History
Its origins reach back into ancient Egypt as evidenced by inscriptions found in a physicians tomb (Mastaba).

There could be a link to the ancient art of oriental pressure therapy, but this is unknown.

Dr William H Fitzgerald in 1917 who published a book titled "Zone Therapy", or "releaving pain at home" describes his success with relieving pain through the use of various devices...
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Reflexology Treatments
Treatments usually last one hour, sessions are started by a period of note taking of clients symptoms and previous history which may be relevant. Then the treatment will start with relaxation techniques to relax the feet. the feet are then studied using fingers and thumbs to detect any irregularities in the reflexes. Once studied and relaxed the feet are subjected to vigorous techniques which encourage blood flow and awaken nerve reflexes....

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Reflexology Experience
My journey into reflexology came after four years in retail. Feeling tired, run down and fed up i decided that i needed to make a change. I have always been interested in complimentary therapy and have used aroma therapy oils, homeopathy and chinese herbs.

id often seen charts for reflexology in the chiropodists surgery, in the chinese doctors surgery and also on holiday and was....
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