REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexology has been practised for centuries. Ancient Egyptian and Chinese civilizations were aware of the health benefits of stimulating specific points on the body, and in particular the feet.
Reflexology is a form of deep massage, which is applied to the feet and in some cases the hands. It is based on the principle that the body's anatomy is reflected in minature on the feet and hands. Reflex points are stimulated to activate the body's natural ability to "heal" itself. Deep massage such as this encourages the body to release endorphins, which are our natural painkillers.
It would be unwise, and indeed untrue, to claim that reflexology is a "cure-all" however it is a valuable tool in the control of stress and illness, assisting the recipient on the road to good health and general well being.
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