Reflexology Massage is more than a glorified foot rub – it can help
release tensions that can have an effect on the whole of your body. Reflexology
is an ancient healing practice based on the principle that there are reflex
points on the feet that correspond to the body's different organs and glands.
The human foot is an evolutionary marvel, capable of handling hundreds of tons
of force and your weight in motion. It has 42 muscles, 26 bones, 33 joints,
250,000 sweat glands and at least 50 ligaments and tendons. In particular the
feet has almost 15,000 nerve endings.
A Foot Massage can feel like heaven if you’ve been on your feet
all day. However, reflexology, based on the Chinese principle that certain
areas on the soles of your feet correspond to other parts of the body, also
aims to improve organ function by massaging those specific areas.
Our foot which bears the weight of the whole body, allows
locomotion and does a lot of work. Still they are the least pampered part of
the body. To pamper your feet and keep them strong and flexible, a daily foot
massage for a few minutes is good option. A regular foot massage along with
reflexology helps in promoting physiological as well as physical health.
So, in reflexology pressure is applied to these reflexes on the
feet, which promotes good health. Here are some health benefits of foot massage
and reflexology:
Improves
blood circulation:
Due to a sedentary lifestyle, we don't use the feet muscles
properly and wear tight footwear, all this hampers the circulation of feet. A
10 minutes of foot massage daily, helps in transporting oxygen to the body's
cells, which is essential for overall health.
Fights
depression:
Foot massage and reflexology helps in fighting depression. Certain
points on the feet are helpful in alleviating depression symptoms. Massaging
these points or applying pressure to them for a few minutes 2 or 3 times a day
can help relieve symptoms of depression.
Helps in
relaxation:
After a tiring and stressful day, a foot massage is a soothing and
relaxing way to relax. Massage and reflexology of 5 to 10 minutes before going
to bed can improve feelings of general well-being.
Promotes
better sleep:
The best time to do foot massage is before going to bed. A
soothing and relaxing foot massage improves the blood circulation. This helps
in getting a peaceful sleep.
Relieves
body pains:
This is the best part of reflexology. If done carefully, it treats
pains and aches such as headaches, migraines, neck pain, lower and upper
backaches.
Eases PMS
and Menopause system:
Many women suffer from symptoms like feelings of sadness,
irritability, insomnia, bloating, fatigue, headaches and mood swings during
premenstrual syndrome (PMS). This can be treated by simple foot massage on
daily basis.
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