Patients with
foot fractures, unhealed wounds, or active gout in the foot
should avoid reflexology. Patients with osteoarthritis that impacts the foot or ankle, or those with vascular disease of the legs or feet, should consult with their primary provider prior to beginning reflexology on the feet.
Can reflexology be harmful?
Reflexology generally does not cause any harmful effects as long
as necessary precautions are taken with patients with special medical conditions such as blood clot disorder, cancer and heart failure. Each person has a different body system so results from reflexology treatment could vary from one person to another.
What are the contraindications of reflexology?
- Fever.
- Pregnancy in the 1
st
Trimester (up to 13 weeks’ duration) - Contagious diseases, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem.
- Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication.
What does it mean if a reflexology point hurts?
Reflexology will often hurt
when the congested reflex areas are treated
and in no way resembles a foot massage. As the condition improves with several reflexology sessions, so will the soreness on the corresponding reflexes.
Is reflexology suitable for everyone?
Reflexology is a therapy which
can be received by anyone at any age
, from newborn babies to those receiving end of life care, and everyone in between. However, there may occasionally be times when it is not suitable to provide a treatment.
Who shouldn’t reflexology?
Foot injuries
Patients with foot fractures, unhealed wounds, or active gout in the foot
should avoid reflexology. Patients with osteoarthritis that impacts the foot or ankle, or those with vascular disease of the legs or feet, should consult with their primary provider prior to beginning reflexology on the feet.
Can reflexology detect illness?
Reflexologists do not diagnose illness based on the treatment they provide
. A reflexology session generally starts with an overview of your medical history with the reflexologist. This ensures the practitioner understands your needs and concerns and is aware of any underlying health conditions you may have.
Is it safe to do reflexology everyday?
To pamper your feet and keep them strong and flexible, a
daily foot massage for a few minutes
is good option. A regular foot massage along with reflexology helps in promoting physiological as well as physical health.
Is reflexology better than a massage?
Massage reduces muscle tension, is relaxing, and improves circulation.
Reflexology is more internally based
. Many clients say it feels like I am working on them from inside them. It is also really relaxing, improves circulation and helps you normalize the body.
Can reflexology release toxins?
The ancient Chinese art of foot reflexology applies to areas of the foot that correspond to the energy of specific organs and body parts to promote healing and release energy blockages. Foot reflexology can boost the immune system, increase circulation, cleanse toxins from the body and balance energy.
Can reflexology help lose weight?
So to answer everybody’s question on can reflexology help with weight loss, the answer is
yes
. It can aid a weight loss program you are on, but if you are not exercising regularly and eating a healthy balanced diet then no amount of reflexology is going to get you to the weight you want.
What reflexology can tell you?
Reflexologists do
not diagnose
or tell you about any congestion or tension they observe on the foot, hand, or ear during a session that may suggest abnormalities. One of the theories of reflexology is that the body will nurture and repair itself once released from stress.
Why does reflexology make you cry?
Why do we feel emotional after a massage? The Branch Director of the Utah College of Massage Therapy labels crying as
“a pretty normal response to massage”
. It appears when we cleanse our bodies and allow ourselves to enjoy the relaxation that comes from massage, it disrupts something, in some way.
What illnesses can reflexology treat?
What does reflexology do? Although reflexology is not used to diagnose or cure disease, millions of people around the world use it to complement other treatments when addressing conditions like anxiety,
asthma, cancer treatment
, cardiovascular issues, diabetes, headaches, kidney function, PMS, and sinusitis.
What is reflexology good for treating?
Pain relief
, nerve stimulation, blood flow, migraine relief, and so much more can be achieved through reflexology. And in the absence of abnormalities, reflexology may be as effective for promoting better health and preventing illness, as it may be for relieving the symptoms of stress, injury and improving your mood.
Does reflexology really work?
Several studies indicate that reflexology
may reduce pain and psychological symptoms
, such as stress and anxiety, and enhance relaxation and sleep. Given that reflexology is also low risk, it can be a reasonable option if you’re seeking relaxation and stress relief.
