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Short answer: No. Long Answer: Yes. Reflexology is based on the principal of massaging the extremities as treatment for larger problems, to date there is no scientific proof that it works, but there is reasonable debate going on to the effects of the treatments as a placebo medication.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoReflexology is indeed an additional type of therapeutic massage. www.power-therapeutic-massage.com/reflexology.html Here is a helpful website to check out.
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How does massage therapy affect Reflexology?
Reflexology is one of the modalities of, the more general topic, of massage therapy.
What is an alternative name for reflexology?
zone therapy
What has the author Wolfgang Spurzem written?
Wolfgang Spurzem has written: 'Foot reflexology' -- subject(s): Reflexology (Therapy)
What research has been done on reflexology?
Although only one controlled trial of reflexology therapy, done in 1993, has been documented in medical journals, this therapy is practiced worldwide
What is the ultimate goal of reflexology?
The ultimate purpose of the therapy is to promote wellness; fundamentally it is a form of preventive therapy.
How long does a reflexology session usually take?
A reflexology session involves pressure treatment that is most commonly administered in foot therapy sessions of approximately 40-45 minutes in duration.
Where do you get training for reflexology?
reflexology training is offered at some community colleges or schools of massage therapy. if searching at a community college be sure to check the "continuing education" section as well as certificate training.
What does reflexology cost?
Since reflexology is a specialized therapy and is often performed by licensed massage therapists, reflexology probably won't be less expensive than other alternative therapies. However, every jurisdiction regulates alternative therapies like reflexology differently so it's hard to give a one-size-fits-all answer.
What are four types of treatments used by alternative health care providers?
Acupuncture , Homeopathy, Reflexology, Bowen therapy
Does massage therapy really work for aches ?
Yes, massage therapy really work for aches. You can find scientific proof and read more about it at altmedicine.about.com/od/treatmentsmtoq/a/massage.htm -
Can acupuncture or reflexology help treat acid reflux?
it says that acupressure is one of the aids in to ease acid reflux and also by relaxation therapy.
are there many places to start reflexology courses in the area?
There aren't to many reflexology classes in Michigan, or really anywhere. I would look in your local yellow pages, searching online didn't really come up with any results.
