2023-05-13 15:22:43
Reflexology is a practice in its own right, belonging to the category of well-being massages. Its history dates back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Indian civilizations. It is also part of Chinese medicine, where the feet are recognized as an area intimately linked to general health. Here’s everything you need to know about foot reflexology.
What is foot reflexology and how does it work?
Plantar reflexology is a discipline that refers to the massage of the feet. According to Chinese medicine, each reflex zone is equivalent to an organ, a gland or a part of the body and is projected at the level of the soles of the feet. Touch thus makes it possible to identify tensions and release them. As can be seen with the foot reflexology centers in Toulouse, it is a relaxing technique that stimulates blood circulation in the feet and relieves fatigue. The manual gesture is precise and often comes in the form of pressure performed with the thumb. If the specialist perceives a tension on a pressure point, he performs a rotation to ensure the regulation of the flow of energy.
The various reflex points located on the soles of the feet transmit signals to the central nervous system. This in turn transmits them to the gland or organ concerned. The points on the feet react by hardening or becoming sensitive and indicate dysfunction in the affected areas of the body. The reflexologist can therefore focus on these and apply special techniques to correct imbalances.
The benefits of foot reflexology to gain energy
Plantar reflexology has many therapeutic and preventive effects. It generally allows ease tension and promote relaxation. It also helps to eliminate stress and optimize sleep by making it easier to fall asleep. Plantar reflexology is used to relieve pain in certain organs:
- it relieves the symptoms of headaches and headaches,
- it soothes joint pain,
- it helps fight insomnia,
- it stimulates blood circulation and ensures the elimination of toxins.
This practice is for everyone, regardless of health and age. It exists very few contraindications. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and the elderly can all benefit from it. The intensity of the pressure can also be adapted to the level of tolerance of each.
Where can I find a qualified practitioner?
Reflexology is an unregulated profession that is not governed by a state diploma. Different schools still offer training with varying durations. We advise you to choose a reflexologist who has followed a training in one of the establishments affiliated with the FFR (French Federation of Reflexologists). The reflexologist always begins with an interrogation concerning your current situation, your work, your family environment, your pathologies, etc.
Some ailments are associated with stress or family problems that lead to physical reactions. The specialist will seek to know the origin of the problem before starting the massage. This will allow him to set goals to achieve to stimulate the body’s self-healing power. Besides providing emotional regulation, foot reflexology can also be used to treat the whole body system : digestive, urinary, otorhinolaryngological, musculoskeletal, cognitive, cardiovascular, etc. The sessions last about an hour with the reflexologist. However, these do not in any way replace the consultation of your general practitioner to treat your various ailments.
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