Reflexology Massage: Promote General Well Being
Reflexology massage therapy - originally referred to as "zone" therapy - is administered
directly to your hands and feet, but the healing and relaxation it provides benefits your entire body. By sending direct signals to the brain, reflexology massage therapy provides a balance to your nervous system. And the stretching and rotating performed on the various areas of the hands and feet during reflexology massage therapy, the healing process is targeted precisely where your body needs it. Endorphins - known to provide proper balance to the body - are released during reflexology massage therapy, but only when administered by a trained set of hands.
Reflexology massage therapy is based on the philosophy that various reflex points on the hands and feet have a direct connection to organs, glands and other body parts. Following are a few key points to keep in mind.
* The body is divided into 10 zones""five on each side of the body;
* Each organ - or part of the body - is linked to areas on the hands and feet;
* A trained reflexology massage therapist can diagnose abnormalities in various parts of the body by feeling the hands or feet;
* Massaging or pressing each area through reflexology massage stimulates the flow of energy, blood, nutrients, and nerve impulses to the corresponding body zone to relieve ailments in that zone.
Reflexology massage therapy is popular for a number of reasons; one of which is the relaxation it provides and another is the lack of pain associated with the procedure. (If while receiving reflexology massage therapy you do experience any pain, let your therapist know immediately; this is not normal.) Cancer patients - seeking to supplement their treatment plan - are including reflexology massage therapy into their ongoing regimen with great success. (It is, however, meant to be an addition, not a replacement.) Reflexology massage therapy is also proving to aid in rehabilitation the body after surgery.
Below are just some of the medical ailments that reflexology massage therapy is proven to help:
* Conditions brought on by stress
* Tension headaches
* Arthritis
* Sports injuries
* Imbalances in hormone levels
* Disorders of the digestive system (constipation)
* Lack of sleep or insomnia
* Pain in the back and neck
* PMS and other menstrual-related symptoms.
So what can you expect when getting a reflexology massage? A treatment is typically 45 to 60 minutes long and commences with you and your therapist discussing your overall health. When the therapist has a good understanding of your current situation and goals for improvement, you will begin the reflexology massage session by removing your socks and shoes and taking your place in a reclining chair or massage table.
By stimulating different areas of your feet and hands, the therapist can identify and address any areas of stress or tension. Once he has isolated these areas, he can begin the reflexology massage therapy by using the proper amount of pressure in just the right spots. (The use of lotion or oil is optional.)
Although reflexology massage therapy is performed specifically on your hands and feet, most people claim to feel complete relaxation and calmness through their entire body.
by: Bill Brainbert
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