Last week, my husband bought me a 60-minute reflexology session Groupon from local, Nine Dragons Foot Finesse.
For those that aren't familiar with reflexology, it is a type of massage localized on the hands and feet; however, it is meant to treat the entire body. It is believed that all
parts of the body are mapped out on the hands and feet. Using an
acupressure technique, you manipulate the areas to treat different areas of the body. For example, got problems with your sinuses? You're going to apply pressure to the area just below each toe on the top of the foot.
Now I'm no stranger to reflexology. I attended esthetics school in Hawaii and Japanese and Chinese rituals were a standard part of the curriculum. We learned the basics of foot and hand reflexology so we could integrate them into our facial services.
Make no mistake, I do not believe in reflexology to replace traditional medicine. I do think it can compliment it, but if you have an ailment, seek medical advice as soon as possible. If you enjoy Eastern Medicine, there are plenty of holistic MDs that can assist you in the treatment plan that is right for you.
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