What is reflexology?

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Reflexology is a technique that applies gentle pressure to your feet or hands to bring about a state of relaxation and help the body's own healing process. Body parts are connected to certain organs and body systems. People who practice this technique are called reflexologists.

Reflexologists believe that applying pressure to these parts offers a range of health benefits.

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How does reflexology work?

In Chinese medicine, different body parts correspond with different pressure points on the body. Reflexologists use maps of these points in the feet to determine where they should apply pressure.

They believe their touch sends energy flowing through a person’s body until it reaches the area in need of healing. The aim is to put the body into a homeostasis, which means to put the body back into chemical balancement.

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