Reflexology is a famous method of therapeutic massage that originated in Ancient Egypt 2330 BC ago. This type of massage therapy was passed on to different countries by conquering countries in the early days and was later on developed into what we now have, the modern day reflexology technique.

Basically, reflexology aims on enhancing our body’s self healing ability by unclogging the energy pathways to boost the healing process. Unlike other types of massage therapies that works all over the different areas of the patient’s body, reflexology is limited only on the hands and feet. However, this limitation actually covers almost all parts of the body as the different key points correspond with the many different body parts.

Modern day reflexology is actually the same as with the old techniques, however certain developments and additional medical findings were added to make it even more effective in improving the health condition of the patient. Most of the utilization of the thumbs, fingers and hand techniques are similar with each other although there are slight improvements on the modern technique. It doesn’t really matter which one they use as all of these developments have the same goal which is to make the life of the patient a better one.

The benefits of reflexology are the same on every different development as they all aim to:

Improve blood circulation – there have been studies that regular reflexology massage on the patient helps in enhancing the blood circulation to the different part of the body such as the feet, brain, kidneys and intestines.

Relaxes the whole body – EGG brain activity shows and proves that reflexology calms and conditions the human body as soon as the massage therapist touches and begins on putting pressure on the hands and feet of the patient. The continuous working on the reflex areas on the hands and feet releases muscle tension which in return relaxes and removes stiffness all over the patient’s body, thus calming it.

Reduces pain – it is evident on most studies regarding the use of reflexology on patients with body pain. The regular treatment and manipulation of the key points or reflex areas contribute a lot in the reduction on relief of pain from the patient’s body.

Enhances mental health – regular reflexology massage improves the mental wellness of the patient as evident on studies of reflexology regarding mental health.

Generally, reflexology is used as a form of natural medical method for relieving stress from our body during an exhausting day. It helps a lot in reducing any type of stress that can affect our physical and mental health if left untreated. Most people ignore or give less importance on the fact that most physical and mental problems are the end result of a stressful lifestyle. Reflexology is also used to aid pregnant women in easing pregnancy, delivery and post-partum effects. However, a consultation with the doctor prior to engaging in this alternative medical care is important for the patient to know if there are no complications or problems that would arise out of this method.

Author Bio: I write for TIR Massage Stone about performing hot stone massage therapy and obtaining a proper hot stone massage kit.

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