Traditional And Alternative Reflexology Therapy
Reflexology originated from China. It has been said that in the past it was practiced by the royal family to ensure their bodies were healthy. Reflexology is still utilized as a form of alternative medicine in the present. It is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, and its effectiveness is undeniable.
Reflexology is a non-invasive complementary therapy that employs pressure to stimulate specific points in the body. Due to its non-pharmaceutical, medically non-invasive nature reflexology has been widely accepted by a large number of mainstream healthcare practitioners and anecdotal evidence of efficacy result of reflexology in a variety of ailments is available. There are still no clinical studies on the effectiveness of reflexology due to the fact that very few studies were conducted using controls. Therefore, to date it is regarded as untested and controversial although there have been some cases of temporary benefits from massage and even from massages that are applied to feet.
Based on traditional Chinese remedies Reflexology has been suggested as an effective approach to combat various health issues such as pain, stress, fatigue as well as asthma, arthritis depression and infertility. It can also treat digestive disorders, migraine headaches, low back pain, 천안출장 head and neck injuries sunburn, and more. The first reflexology research was conducted by Dr. Yang, in the early 1990s. He reported his findings of "tonsil stones" in patients with chronic tonsillitis. These "tonsil stones" were actually white crystallized materials in the crypts, or spaces of the tonsils. In the wake of his research, other studies confirmed his claims and led to the creation of a brand new name for this procedure: "tonsillectomy". It is an operation which removes tonsils to treat the condition.
A major problem when applying reflexology as a treatment for various illnesses is that a large number of people have had either an unpleasant experience or are ignorant of the nature of the procedure. Although the American Massage Therapy Association does not have any current specific guidelines or standards regarding the practice, they do advocate the use of the most effective clinical practices to ensure of the safety and 천안안마 well-being of their patients. The association does not conduct research on the effects of reflexology on public and private health. This information must be developed by independent organizations.
If you're interested in taking a course in reflexology the school you choose will play an important role in your success as you begin your training and as you make use of your reflexology expertise on patients. It is important to find an established and well-respected school with a great reputation in the business world as well as the wider community. Asking former students or the owner of the institute if they have experienced success with that particular treatment is a method to determine the credibility of an institution. The institution should also have years of experience in providing the specific kinds of treatments covered in the Reflexology course that you are contemplating. The most common treatments used during Reflexology courses include such procedures as pressure points, acupressure and stretching. Chiropractic care, acupuncture, and acupuncture are also frequent.
There is a difference between Traditional Reflexology and its more popular cousin, the complimentary therapy Reflexology which employs different energy that is not linked to the body's natural rhythms. Complementary Reflexology methods are based on the benefits of the feet, hands, and head, focusing on applying pressure to specific parts of the body to aid in relieving pain and treating various health issues. These methods can be used to supplement or substitute traditional reflexology techniques. They can also be used in conjunction with other medical treatments, based on the needs of the patient.
Reflexology has been proven to be an effective method of pain control which includes back pain, neck pain and migraine headaches and can be utilized to improve general health, through the promotion of better blood circulation, energy levels, and balance in the body. The methods are based on the belief that all diseases begin in the feet and legs and is connected to the way in which we move our bodies and walk. In this method of healing, the practitioner applies pressure to specific areas of the feet and legs by using the thumbs and fingers. Pressure is applied to specific points on the feet and legs to correct imbalances in the body system. Reflexology is also believed to be a great way to reduce tension.
The "foot reflexology" technique is a relatively recent innovation in the field of Reflexology. It was popularized in Japan in 1970s. It combines the basic principles of reflexology with the application of pressure to the legs and feet with the use of the thumbs and fingertips. Numerous spas offer "foot reflexology" as part of a total body massage.
