On many occasions we find ourselves in a state of

imbalance and disharmony due to stress or illness,

causing energy to be blocked and preventing the body
function correctly. To achieve that harmony,
we are going to explain everything about an alternative therapy called
reflexology.
Origin of reflexology:
Thereflexotherapyit is an ancient technique with origins in the
ancient China, Egypt and in the tribes of the United States. It
they have found papyrus in Egypt that dates back to the year 2000 BC.
C. showing the application of massages on plants
feet and in hands. The Egyptians discovered that there were parts and
organs of the body that had a reflex point on the sole of
the feet and, by stimulating each of these points, a
feeling of relief.

Papyrus found in Egypt showing the application of reflexology

said. In the United States, the Cherokee Indians of Carolina
North applied massages to the feet as part of a
sacred ceremony, for they believed that the feet being our
contact with the earth also formed part of the energies
that flow from it.
Modern reflexology was born in the early 20th century from the
works of the American doctor William Fitzgerald, that
observed that the application in certain areas of the feet and hands
they caused anesthetic effects in other parts of the body. With
these discoveries established that the human body is located
crossed, in the longitudinal direction by ten meridians, five in
each half of the body, suggesting that there is a direct relationship
among the different areas and the various organs of the body.

What is reflexology?
Also known as reflex therapy, it is a treatment of
acupuncture that belongs to the branch of alternative medicine
and natural and is based on the idea that each part of the body
is connected through the nerves of the hands, the ears and
the feet. Apply pressure with your hands and fingers on some
specific points and areas of these parts of the body, with the
end up provoking a response from the nervous system that can
relieve stress, anxiety, balance the whole body, and heal
specific ailments. According to reflexologists, these areas and points
specifics in feet, hands, and ears correspond to different
organs and systems of the body that once pressed or
stimulate, trigger a response in the area
corresponding of the body for that specific point. For
for example, if a patient enters a reflexology office
with a problem or localized pain in the bladder, the pressure with
the thumbs or the fingers in the arch area of the foot can have
results precisely in that area of the body.
Reflexology, reflexotherapy or zone therapy is the practice of
stimulating points on the feet, hands, nose, or ears (called
reflex zones), based on the pseudoscientific belief that
this massage would have a beneficial effect on an organ located
in another part of the body. According to practitioners of the
reflexotherapy, acupressure (pressure on specific points and
well specified) could relieve numerous ailments such
such as back pain, neck pain, constipation,
gastritis, menstrual pain, asthma, headache, among others.
Mechanisms:
Practitioners refer to 'reflective elements' or 'zones of
"reflection" to all those parts of the body that have a shape
defined that could be likened to the whole body the hands, the
legs, ears, face, skull, the face and the spine. The most
extended refers to the one that stimulates the feet, Reflexology
Foot. Reflexologists claim that certain points of the body are
they become more sensitive when there is an illness in someone else
body point: the increase of pain at certain points
would indicate the presence of the ailment, and the massage on those points
it would relieve her.

Proponents of reflexology claim that its supposed

the mechanism of action comes from acupuncture (ancient technique
China), which claims that man possesses an invisible energy and
immeasurable, the chií, which flows through some channels called
meridians. In these channels, there would be some points
precise that are punctured with needles or, in the case of the
reflexology, they are massaged and pressed, supposedly
regulate the circulation of that energy. Those who propose this
alternative therapy indicate that when that energy stagnates
inside an organ or at some point along the path, a production occurs
an imbalance that is supposedly capable of impacting the
long about its organic functions and produce a disease.
Her practice puts at risk the health of those who are suffering
some potentially serious illness, are subjected to a
ineffective reflexology treatment, replacing or delaying the
intervention of scientific medicine. Although reflexologists
they claim that they do not intend to replace medical treatment, but rather
complement it, the trust that therapists generate does not
doctors sometimes produce that effect.
It has been empirically observed that its practitioners are not
capable of correctly diagnosing the problems of the
patients.
There are 3 main areas where massages are done.
reflexology, the most commonly used therapy in the
foot reflexology, however, can also be practiced in
the hands and the face. The benefits and the affected areas are
different depending on the place where the treatment is practiced
reflexology.
Reflexology is not useful as a treatment for diseases but
as a complement to the medical treatments suggested by
the specialist, for example, reflexology is widely used by
cancer patients as a complementary method
(never a substitute) for your cancer therapy.

What is reflexology for?

It has been shown to be effective for:
. Hormonal imbalances
. Menopause
. Back pain
. Migraines, headaches
. Sleep disorders or insomnia
. Digestive problems
. Circulatory problems
. Stress and anxiety related disorders
. Arthritis
. Improve the nervous function
. Activate the body to cleanse toxins and impurities.
. As preventive therapy

Hand reflexology:
The hands are one of the most active parts of the body throughout.
of the day. This makes them practically all day
working. Due to this, it is one of the areas of the body that
more suffers. Hand reflexology can help to
eliminate tension, pain, and discomfort, as well as to
promote the proper functioning of the rest of the parts of
body. Among the benefits of reflexology for the hands are
they find those to eliminate or improve constipation,
get rid of headaches or migraines and improve the
asthma attack control.
Hand reflexology is capable of relieving stress,
improve circulation and normalize metabolism.

Benefits in hands:

. It can lead the body to better functioning,

improving lymphatic drainage and blood circulation.
. Detoxifies and cleanses: Aids in the elimination process of
waste and toxins. When the lymphatic and urinary systems
or intestines are obstructed due to an accumulation of
toxins and waste, energy in the body stagnates. This
it can make you feel bloated, lethargic, or even
sick.
 . In addition, it stimulates the nerve pathways and induces
relaxation, balance, and harmony of the body, as it relieves the
tension and stress.
. It is a holistic therapy that treats the whole person.
(holism)not only the symptoms or the diseases
particulars.
. It is a treatment that is really very safe, as it does not
does not require the use of drugs, surgeries, or other things that
trigger adverse effects or recoveries
prolonged.
. It is a therapy that can be performed on people of
any age, whether children or the elderly.

Facial reflexology:
Thefacial reflexologyit is one of the treatments of this discipline
less used but not less effective. It consists of the
use of the hands with the aim of massaging the muscles
from the face and stimulate the nerve points. In this way, one
achieve a better energy flow. In addition to the benefits
for health, such as the elimination of stress and the
tension in the face, neck, and shoulders, facial reflexology has
aesthetic benefits since it is a powerfultreatment
anxietyBut how is it possible for a massage of this type
Does it help improve the appearance of the skin? The answer is simple,
because it reaffirms the facial muscles in a way that reduces or
prevents the appearance of wrinkles.

Benefits of facial reflexology:

. Instant relief from tension in the face, the leather
hairy, from the neck and the brain.
. Works with the entire system of the body to cope with
specific problems.
. Works to strengthen the facial muscles, reduces and/or
prevents expression lines and wrinkles.
. Stimulates and increases blood circulation and activates the
lymphatic drainage to achieve a natural complexion
brilliant.
. Facial stimulation is extensive, as it has the
shorter pathways to the nerves and cells that
they connect to the base of the brain, also release substances
chemicals called endorphins.
. It is also an essential exercise for the face to achieve
a younger and healthier appearance.
 Foot reflexology: It is a 'pressure therapy' that consists of
by applying focused pressure on certain reflex points
known located at the foot to heal or prevent
diseases. It is a complementary therapy,
intended for use alongside conventional medical care
and not as a replacement for it.

Benefits of foot reflexology

Reflexology applied to the feet is a therapy that can help us
help both to prevent different symptoms and ailments as
to achieve a physical and mental balance. Next, I quote
some of the general benefits that we can achieve with
foot reflexology:
. It is relaxing.
. Relieve stress.
. Activate blood circulation.
. Relaxes the contractions.
. Improves sleep quality.
. Activate the immune system.
. It promotes mechanisms of purification and elimination of toxins.
. Balance the different systems.
Ear reflexology:
This therapy is not very well known to be done on the ears, but
it is equally effective in relieving situations of stress, anxiety or
pain. In fact, it is very important because it is said that the
the external ear is very similar to a fetus
human in an inverted position, therefore from that area of
our body can connect with almost all organs
internals and part of the emotions.
 Contraindications: Although reflexology is very safe
and that practically anyone can do it almost all
people, you should consult before undergoing this therapy if
do you suffer from any of the following diseases, conditions or
others.

List of main contraindications in foot therapy and

from hands:
. Any contagious skin disease: Scabies, chickenpox,
mumps, etc.
. Severe psoriasis or eczema on the foot, as it would be too much
painful to the touch.
. Internal bleeding
. Severe varicose veins, that is, phlebitis. This is because the
Reflexotherapy can increase blood pressure.
. Any form of infection, illness, or fever (can cause
that the patient feels worse and spreads the infection to
therapist
. Diarrhea and vomiting - cross infection
. Blisters on the feet
. Cuts, abrasions, open skin, rashes, bites,
burns, fractures
. First days of menstruation (it can make the period longer
heavy
. Immediately after a heavy meal–You should leave
spend at least 3 hours
. Athlete's foot
. Localized swelling / localized inflammation in feet or hands
. Scar tissue
. Sunburns
. Hormonal implants
. Recent fractures (at least 4 months)
. Hematomas