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REFLEXOLOGY
WHAT IS REFLEXOLOGY? Reflexology is the study, science and art of using specific touch techniques on the feet, hands and ears. Reflexology is one of the natural healing arts. It follows the principle that there are response areas in the feet, hands and ears which correspond to organs, glands and other parts of the body. Reflexology is the application of manual pressure to those areas on the feet, hands and ears that somatopically correspond to specific areas of the body. Health imbalances can occur in many parts of the body. This can cause blockages of different types of chemicals to accumulate in the response areas that correspond to those parts of the body. Using Reflexology to gently break down those blockages in the response areas in the feet, hands and ears, the body is better able to correct those health imbalances.
WHAT CAN REFLEXOLOGY DO FOR YOU? SOME OF THE REPORTED BENEFITS OF REFLEXOLOGY INCLUDE:
WHAT HAPPENS DURING A REFLEXOLOGY SESSION? You will be asked to fill out a short health history questionnaire. You will then remove your shoes and socks and lie down upon a comfortable Reflexology table. While soft music plays, you will relax, beginning to feel very calm and peaceful. The Reflexologist will start by first working on your hands. You will probably feel all of the stress melting away from your body. The Reflexologist will next work on your ears. Many people find themselves releasing emotional tension during this time. The Reflexologist will work on your feet last. Most people find that this is their favorite part of the session. The Reflexologist will spend an hour working on your feet, hands and ears. Many people find the experience so relaxing that they fall asleep.
WHY CHOOSE REFLEXOLOGY? In 1917 Dr. William Fitzgerald, M.D. from the United States discovered the complete map of the body that is located on the feet and hands. He found that by working on these areas on the feet and hands, he could help the body to heal itself of a wide variety of health imbalances. Dr. Paul Nogier, M.D. a French Neurophysiologist, discovered the complete map of the body on the outer ear in 1957. He also found that he was able to assist the body in healing itself of many imbalances by working on specific areas on the ears. Combining the system of feet and hands with that of the ears has resulted in a unique approach known as the Flocco Method. This method may be the most complete system of Reflexology that is practiced. Combining work on the feet, hands and ears together appears to be more effective than working with just one or two alone. Most people find Reflexology to be the ultimate in relaxation.
CONTACTS The American Academy of Reflexology
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