What is the Ingham Method of reflexology?
The Ingham Method® of Reflexology is used primarily for relaxing tension. Doctors agree that over 75% of our health problems can be linked to nervous stress and tension. Reflexology improves nerve and blood supply, and helps nature to normalize.
What does a reflexologist actually do?
Reflexologists use maps of these points in the feet, hands, and ears 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.
What is reflexology therapy?
Reflexology is the application of pressure to areas on the feet (or the hands). Reflexology is generally relaxing and may help alleviate stress. The theory behind reflexology is that areas of the foot correspond to organs and systems of the body.
Can reflexology cause side effects?
Generally, reflexology appears to be safe and doesn’t cause many side effects. Because most people feel relaxed after a treatment you might feel a bit light headed. Some people say their feet feel tender afterwards, others can have an emotional response or need to pass urine more often.
Why does reflexology hurt so much?
Reflexology will often hurt when the congested reflex areas are treated and in no way resembles a foot massage. As the condition improves with several reflexology sessions, so will the soreness on the corresponding reflexes.
Is reflexology medically proven?
There is no convincing scientific evidence that reflexology is effective for any medical condition.
What conditions can reflexology treat?
More research is needed to see if reflexology can have a direct effect on specific conditions, but based on what we know so far, it may ease: Anxiety among people who’ve had heart surgery. Pain during labor. Arthritis pain….It may also help:
- Improve sinus issues.
- Relieve back pain.
- Ease constipation.