Historians have suggested that reflexology has been used for many years dating back to ancient times. The founder of reflexology is unknown. The development of reflexology has both Western and Eastern influences that are still being used today such as theories, science and practices of reflexology.The origins of reflexology dates back to 2500 BC to ancient Egypt. Evidence suggests in the ancient Egyptian papyrus (an ancient documentation) that reflexology may have been used as it illustrates medical ancient Egyptian practitioners performing hand and foot treatments to patients. Archaeologists during excavation in Saqqara discovered wall paintings in a physician’s tomb known as Ankhmahor dating back to 2330 BC. The paintings illustrated people receiving treatments on their feet. Reflexology is based on the principle that the hands and feet are a map for the whole body. There are reflexes in the feet, hands and ears that correspond to every part, gland and organ of the body.
A reflexology treatment includes massage and pressure point techniques to deliver a specialised routine which has a therapeutic effect on the nerves or reflex zones of the body.
Stimulation of the reflex points aims to bring the body back to a state of balance. Areas of low energy are stimulated while areas which are overworking will be soothed.
Reflexology, like Reiki, is a ‘build on’ treatment, meaning you will need a course of treatments to gain the most benefits. A one off treatment will be nice and relaxing and have some short term benefits but a course of 6-8 treatments will give greater and longer lasting self-healing.
It is recommended to have one treatment a week for the first 4 weeks, then reduce down to one treatment every 3-4 weeks to maintain your body’s healing mechanism.
Benefits of reflexology are:
- Pain relief: Reflexology can help with pain from headaches, back pain, arthritis, kidney stones, and diabetic neuropathy.
- Stress reduction: Reflexology can help you feel more relaxed and less stressed. It will lower your cortisone levels.
- Improved circulation: Reflexology can increase blood flow to organs, which can improve oxygenation and organ function.
- Better sleep: Reflexology can help you sleep better and relieve sleep disorders.
- Digestive health: Reflexology can help with digestive issues like constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Hormonal balance: Reflexology may help balance hormones and relieve symptoms of PMS and menopause
- Respiratory support: Reflexology can help with respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies.
- Muscular and skeletal health: Reflexology can help with muscle tension and arthritis discomfort.
- Increased energy: Reflexology can increase your energy and vitality.
- Immune system: Reflexology can strengthen your immune system.
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