Reflexology For Arthritis Pain

What is Reflexology?

How does Reflexology work?

Reflexology is a therapy which focuses on the reflex zones of the feet, when a particular zone is stimulated by thumb and finger pressure of the therapist, the impulse travels to organs on the corresponding side of the body.

Reflexology activates the innate healing power of the patient by stimulating certain zones on the soles of the feet.These zones are a mini-map of the whole body, there are ten of these zones running the length of the body from head to toe. Applying pressure with the thumb and fingers to a particular zone on the sole of the foot will release any energy blockages along the zone, and so improve functioning of the corresponding organ.

Reflexology stimulates circulation, reduces stress and induces deep relaxation. Reflexology stimulates the lymphatic system removing toxic waste products from the body, recharges energy, and returns the body to health and balance.

Reflexology stimulates the adrenals to produce  cortisone which reduces pain and inflammation in the joints. It has been noted that arthritis patients have been able to reduce or eliminate their dependence on pharmaceuticals by having regular reflexology treatments.

Read more: Arthritis Pain Treated with Acupuncture and Acupressure

Reference, The reflexology Handbook. Published Judy Piatkus, Great Britain, 1989.