What are the Benefits of Reflexology ?
Research has shown the specific techniques of
reflexology to be effective and beneficial in many
ways. A survey of 170 reflexology studies from 21
countries shows that reflexology is effective,
impacting a variety of physical and psychological
concerns.
Reflexology:
Creates relaxation: From the moment the
reflexologists' hands start their work, the
relaxation begins as shown in research using EEG
brain activity.
Reduces pain: Pain reduction following
reflexology work is documented showing impact on individuals of
all ages and health states
Ameliorates health concerns: Research shows that
reflexology work helps individuals of all ages with
some 78 health concerns ranging from aggressive
behavior in children to urinary concerns of the
elderly.
Improves blood flow: Separate studies show that
reflexology work increases blood flow to the feet,
brain, kidneys and intestines.
Aids post-operative recovery: Reflexology work aids
recovery after surgery as shown by several studies,
reducing pain and lessening the use of post
operative analgesics.
Impact on physiological measures (e. g. blood
pressure and cholesterol; measurements by ECG, EEG,
and fMRI)
Enhances medical care: Reflexology helps where
nothing else can for many: phantom limb pain
sufferers, neuropathy patients, and hem dialysis
patients to name a few.
Benefits mental health: Research demonstrates
that reflexology can reduce depression and anxiety.
Complements cancer care: Pain, nausea, vomiting,
and/or anxiety eased for chemotherapy patients
following reflexology work as shown by 16 studies
from 7 countries.
Eases pregnancy, delivery and post-partum
effects: Women who received reflexology experienced
shorter labor times and used less analgesia. In
addition, reflexology showed a positive impact on
postpartum depression, anxiety, urination and bowel
movements.
In general terms, the benefits of reflexology have
to do with the reduction of stress. Because the feet
and hands help set the tension level for the rest of
the body, they are an easy way to interrupt the
stress signal and reset homeostasis, the body's
equilibrium. »
Acupuncture, Acupressure, Massage,
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