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Reflexology, or zone therapy, is the practice of stimulating points on the feet, hands, or ears, in the belief it will have a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body, or will improve general health. Most scientists and medical professionals consider reflexology to be a pseudoscience, offering no more benefits than ordinary massage.
The most common form is foot reflexology. Practitioners believe the foot to be divided into a number of reflex zones corresponding to all parts of the body, and that applying pressure to tight or "gritty" areas of a person's foot will stimulate the corresponding body part and cause it to begin healing itself.
History
Eunice Ingham developed Reflexology in the 1930s, based on earlier theory by Dr. William Fitzgerald known as "Zone Therapy". In 1913, Dr. Fitzgerald noted that specific parts of the body could have an anesthetic effect on another area. Developing this theory, he divided the body into ten equal vertical zones, ending in the fingers and toes. He concluded that pressure on one part of the zone could affect everything else within that zone. More on [ Reflexology ]
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About Reflexology - Resource and information about Reflexology with extensive links.
Meta Description: [ Reflexology Charts, Books & Videos ]
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JST Reflexology - Contains history and theory, contraindications and after care advice.
Larkin's Reflexology Booklist - One of the most complete reflexology booklists on the Internet. Audio and video as well.
MyReflexologist.com - Contains theory of this complementary modality with brief research studies, news articles and frequently asked questions.
Reflexology Community - Message board on this complementary modality.
Meta Description: [ reflexologycommunity: Reflexology Community - A World Reflexology Community ]
Reflexology World - A magazine dedicated to reflexologists. Numerous resources and a sample issue for review.
| Introduction to Reflexology |
