REFLEXOLOGY
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a therapeutic technique that applies pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears to promote overall health and well-being. These points correspond to different organs and systems in the body, helping to restore balance and stimulate healing.
The body has the ability to heal itself. Following illness, stress, injury or disease, it is in a state of “imbalance” and vital body systems can be blocked, preventing the body from functioning optimally. Reflexology can be used to restore and maintain the body’s natural balance and facilitate healing. For each person, the application and the effect of the therapy are unique. Sensitive, trained hands can detect tiny deposits and imbalances and by working on these points, the Reflexology Therapist can release these blockages.
Reflexology is one of the safest and least invasive complementary therapeutic practices available. Reflexology has a history of relieving some conditions in which pain is the principal symptom. This is a safe, complementary and natural therapy that can be effective for both children and adults and with very few side effects. 
It will not cause harm or worsen any condition.
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Benefits of ReflexologyÂ
Reflexology is an effective way of dealing with a variety of ailments for all age groups. Many people use Reflexology as a complement to enhance the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine and conventional, naturopathic and homeopathic health care.
​​Commonly reported benefits developing soon after a treatment are:
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​Stress relief
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An increase in mental and physical well being
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Reduction in pain and discomfort
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Improved circulation​
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Improved digestion
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Lymphatic activation & drainage
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Detoxification of wastes
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Hormone balancing​​
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Reflexology and other services offered by Reflexology Zone is not a substitue for professional medical treatment, rather it is a complimentary holistic therapy to be used in conjuction with western (mainstream) medical care.The Reflexologist does not diagnose or prescribe.
A History of Reflexology
The practice of modern Reflexology stems from knowledge that was known in the ancient societies of Egypt, India and China. Reflexology has been practiced all over the world for over 5,000 years.
​In 1913 ‘Zone Therapy' was introduced to North America through the research on pressure point therapies by Dr. William Fitzgerald, an ear, nose and throat specialist. Modern Reflexology was born from continued research by Eunice Ingham, a Physiotherapist.
Denmark, Germany, the United Kingdom and China excel in their research on the benefits of Reflexology as a health care modality. Each of these countries recognizes Reflexology as a safe and beneficial therapy that can be integrated into an existing and established health care system.
​Canada and Europe continue to expand their areas of research in over 100 illnesses and health conditions including Cancer. Denmark follows next in clinical research, where Reflexology is the most common complementary treatment used by the public. In the United Kingdom, clinical studies are conducted on the benefits of Reflexology with qualified Reflexologists and mainstream health care practitioners working together.​
​In North America, Reflexologists and conventional western medical practitioners are continuing to explore the possibilities and benefits of collaborative research on Reflexology.