Acupressure and Reflexology
There are many claims by trained medical practitioners that neither of these techniques treats a disease or a diseased organ. Given that they are the touching, the massaging and the manipulation of different parts of the feet, ears or hands in reflexology, it is hard to believe that it would work. For acupuncture, the conjecture is the same. It is a long-held belief that these practices are not healing nor should they be trusted as a cure.
Well maybe not as a cure, but I am always up for a massage on my feet and or hands. Rheumatics have trouble with their feet and ankles, hands and wrists. So why not encourage a little massage and maybe stir up some nerve endings which lead to other organs as well.
The feet are the tell tale of your general health. If your feet are in good condition, then most likely so are you. If you are a diabetic all you hear about is look out for cracks or bleeding or yellowing toe nails. That means your circulation is poor and you need proper foot care or else gangrene can set in.
So why not indulge in some reflexology while you are having your feet pampered. Try to find a health centre or spa which has a registered reflexologist on staff. Explain your needs, arthritis, rheumatism, diabetes or what have you and have a thorough going over. He or she will be able to tell you a few things that maybe you did not know.
Every part of your foot has a nerve ending which can correlate to a body part or organ. By stimulating with firm massage every part of your foot, toes and ankles, the reflexologist can determine, supposedly, the general health of your body. If that part is in need of more circulation or nutrients then the massage will open up the pathway to it.
There is no harm in trying new methods and new procedures. Always check with your doctor first about your plans. Never start to take pills or herbs unless your doctor is aware because so many of them can interact with the medication you are currently taking. Serious consequences can take place if one contradicts the other or the two are too strong for your system.
So relax, have a day spa, a massage with stones, a herbal wrap, a facial and a reflexolology treatment. What can be better for your health?