The
reflexology is an
ancient technique Eastern which involves in
stimulate different points of the feet, hands, face and ears
to relieve ailments of the body. The theory of reflexology is to consider that these areas of the body to activate
reactions of type reflection to different organs and systems of the human body.
In this way, by exerting pressure on the appropriate area, we can get
benefits on the body that we want to work, improving the
general health and the
energy flow of the person. The drawing
shows this correspondence:
If you have wondered what
ailments can be treated by
reflexology, I will tell you that
are many and varied. From
migraines, sports injuries , or physical,
back pain, stress, hormonal imbalances,
digestive disorders -constipation-
arthritis, anxiety, insomnia,
headaches, menstrual disorders..may Even help in patients with
asthma,
diabetes and
cancer.
The
reflexology can be practiced from
independently or as may serve as a
complementary therapy to other
medical treatments. For example, it may serve as
treating post-operative or palliative, since it improves
circulation, reduces
pain, promotes
relaxation and promotes
healing.
The treatment lasts between
40 or 60 minutes. A few minutes before, the
reflexólogo or therapist must make a diagnosis of the state of health of the patient. The therapy is done with
oils and special lotions to put pressure on
different points, and can
be uncomfortable for some patients, although it should never be
painful. In this case the best thing
is to inform the reflexólogo.
After a reflexology treatment
the most common thing is to feel relaxed and calm, even sleepy. There are people who can experience feelings that are contrary, such as
anxiety or
nausea. This
is also part of the healing process and there is
nothing to worry about.
The
benefits of reflexology are many. It is a technique that reduces the
gastro-intestinal problems, stimulates the
circulation of blood and lymph,
detoxifies the body, is
relaxing and relieves the
stress, the
pain of contractures, and improves the quality of sleep. It is also very effective in strengthening the
immune system.