How does reflexology work?

 There are several hypotheses as to how reflexology works.

The ancient Chinese notion of qi (pronounced "chee"), or "vital energy," serves as the foundation for Reflexology South Leaze. According to this theory, qi flows through everyone. When people are worried, their bodies restrict qi. This can lead to an imbalance in the body, leading to sickness. Reflexology seeks to keep qi circulating through the body, keeping it healthy and balanced. Distinct bodily parts correspond to different pressure points on the body in Chinese medicine. To decide where to exert pressure, reflexologists use maps of these locations in the feet, hands, and ears. They think their touch carries energy through a person's body until it reaches the spot that needs healing.

 

Other theories

British scientists discovered nerves connecting the skin and interior organs in the 1890s. They also discovered that the body's entire neural system adjusts to external variables, including touch.

A reflexologist's touch, like any other type of Reiki South Leaze massage, may help to soothe the central nervous system, promoting relaxation and other advantages.

Others feel that the brain creates pain as a subjective experience. For example, physical discomfort can cause the brain to react. In other situations, though, it may cause pain in response to emotional or mental anguish.

Some people believe reflexology helps alleviate pain by calming touch, enhancing a person's mood, and reducing stress. Another notion that some hold to explain how reflexology works are zone theory. According to this hypothesis, the body has ten vertical zones. Each zone is associated with distinct fingers and toes and contains various physiological locations.