What is foot reflexology?
Foot Reflexology is a non-invasive natural healing art which is gaining widespread popularity. Foot Reflexology is an applied pressure therapy that involves stimulating reflex points on the foot. The foot acts as a map of the entire body, where the reflex points correspond to the vital organs, muscles and glands. Over time, gravity causes a substance called uric acid to settle in reflex points of the foot. Uric acid, when concentrated, may produce a cord, or granule like bubble that may be painful upon stimulation. In many Asian medical systems, this is known as a ‘stagnation’ of ‘energy’ or ‘chi’. Without the proper flow of energy, all body/mind systems are affected leading to an ill state of health. By stimulating the reflex points and nerve endings of the foot, the uric acid can be broken up, and the stagnant energy freed. This process helps to increase blood circulation and metabolism, thereby reducing the stress and workload upon the heart. It has also been known to help regulate
