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   Summary:Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Reflexology is often used with the intention to relieve stress or prevent/treat physical disorders.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. Grade* Comfort/palliation in cancer patients .... Read more

Reflexology

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Headache

Reflexology for Headache
Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Early research suggests that ....

 

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Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 7

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Gastrointestinal disorders

Reflexology for Gastrointestinal disorders
   Summary:Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Reflexology is often used ....

 

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Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 7

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Reflexology for Stomach Ailments
Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Reflexology is often used ....

 

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Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 7

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Reflexology for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Reflexology : Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. Reflexology is often ....

 

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Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 7

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Anxiety Disorders

Reflexology for Anxiety Disorders
Reflexology: Reflexology involves the application of manual pressure to specific points or areas of the feet that are believed to correspond to other parts of the body. There is preliminary ....

 

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Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 7

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I became believer in reflexology. Basically, rubbing the bottom of the feet, the most tender points, eliminated headaches, migraines, and vertigo.
DAYNA 6 months ago
I became believer in reflexology. Basically, rubbing the bottom of the feet, the most tender points, eliminated headaches, migraines, and vertigo.
SYDNEY 8 months ago

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Palmtherapy: An Effective Alternative Therapy for Anxiety

ecam.oxfordjournals.org

Palmtherapy, a form of alternative therapy, is based on the theory that the palm of the hand represents the whole body and thus the specific points on the palm correspond to particular areas of the brain. It is used as a treatment for anxiety and related problems. It has been noted that continuous moderate pressure on certain points of the palm can significantly and effectively reduce anxiety.

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Study Finds Reflexology Effective

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Evidence from a year-long analysis of 168 reflexology studies held in 23 different countries points to the general efficacy of reflexology in the treatment of various conditions including fatigue, depression, and autism. According to the study, which was performed by authors Barbara and Kevin Kunz, reflexology is 93% effective in the treatment of 78 physical and mental conditions.

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