massage to relieve tension by finger pressure; based on the belief that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head that are connected to every part of the body
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reflexology::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
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| Type of | massage |
reflexology::noun | Spocien Dictionary
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| Type of | behaviorism, behavioristic psychology, behaviourism, behaviouristic psychology |
Examples of reflexology
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I had acupuncture first, then just enjoyed a session of reflexology on my feet.
From the sfgate.com
The camp also offers holistic aromatherapy, massage and reflexology treatments.
From the guardian.co.uk
She has reflexology once a week, goes to yoga and an MS centre for physiotherapy.
From the thisismoney.co.uk
Reflexology gets a mixed reception in this country, particularly from doctors.
From the telegraph.co.uk
Therapies now include art, acupuncture, reflexology, reiki, shiatsu and music.
From the independent.co.uk
The medical benefits of reflexology have been largely dismissed by Western doctors.
From the abcnews.go.com
Deep tissue, stone therapy, prenatal, chair and reflexology also available.
From the delawareonline.com
As the name implies, facial reflexology concentrates on the face rather than the feet.
From the telegraph.co.uk
Topics include hickory bark seat weaving, flower arranging, genealogy and reflexology.
From the tennessean.com
- The study of reflex action as it relates to the behavior of organisms
- Massage to relieve tension by finger pressure; based on the belief that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head that are connected to every part of the body
- Reflexology (zone therapy) is an alternative medicine, complementary, or integrated medicine method of treatment involving the physical act of applying pressure to the feet and hand with specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. ...
- The study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes; A form of complementary medicine involving the stimulation of points on the feet, hands, or ears, in the belief that it will have a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body or to improve general health
- Based on an ancient Chinese therapy, reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex areas in the foot, hands, and ears that correspond to other parts of the body. ...
- A holistic, alternative, health treatment which associates each organ in the body with a spot on the individual's foot or hand. Massage of the foot or hand is then believed to unblock the body's energy and heal the organ. ...
- Ancient Chinese technique that uses pressure-point massage, usually on the feet (but also on the hands and ears), to restore the flow of energy throughout the entire body.
- Massage based around a system of points in the hands and feet thought to correspond, or "reflex," to all areas of the body.
- A system of manipulation of pressure points in the feet. It is believed that by stimulating these points, the body's own healing mechanisms can be mobilised.
