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The Benefits of Reflexology
The practice of reflexology seems to be gaining quite a bit of momentum these days. As more people seek out alternative healing therapies, reflexology falls right in line with other practices like massage and acupuncture.
If you’re unfamiliar with reflexology, it’s an ancient form of bodywork where specific points on the feet and sometimes hands are pressed, massaged, or otherwise manipulated. The theory is that certain points on the hands and feet correspond to parts of your body, so by manipulating those points, you can improve health in those areas.
There are a few different reasons why people would opt for a reflexology treatment. Health conditions that are often relieved through reflexology treatments include things like tension, stress, headaches, irritable bowels, anxiety, back pain, sleeplessness, and arthritis. Aside from that, reflexology deals with pressure points, so it’s also very relaxing in the same way that massage is both therapeutic and relaxing.
Reflexology is even being looked at as a method of helping to alleviate PMS, rather than popping pills or just living with the misery. Aside from helping to tame the intense pain that comes with PMS, reflexologists can also focus on stimulating parts of the body to help, like activating the kidneys to help flush out excess fluids.
One very exciting aspect of reflexology is that you can do it to yourself! You just need a few tools at your disposal to make it happen: get an easily spreadable aromatherapy lotion or gel. Our Pure Detox Refreshing Body Moisturizer smells delicious and will help to invigorate tired feet. Then avail yourself of a reflexology map like the ones we’ve found, and make sure to focus on massaging the parts of your hands and feet that correspond to your trouble spots. If a spot feels particularly sore, that means it needs attention, so continue to gently rub it until the soreness disappears. It’s an excellent little treat for yourself while you’re relaxing on the couch with your favorite show at night.
Take a look at these fun little interactive widgets for more info about which area of the hands and feet correspond to which body parts, and start massaging your way to better health!
