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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. Read more
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rVita Treatment Chart for Reflexology |
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Scientific Rating
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Stomach Ailments |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Gastrointestinal disorders |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Headache |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Anxiety |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Migraine |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Women's Health |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Menopause |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Chronic Illness and Quality of Life |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Anxiety Disorders |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Pain |
Fair Negative Evidence |
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Lower Back Pain |
Fair Negative Evidence |
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Back Pain |
Fair Negative Evidence |
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Reflexology Expert Articles |
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Chiropractic Therapy for Back Pain
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by: Mita Majumdar |
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January 4, 2008 |
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Virtually all human beings suffer from back pain at some point in their adult life. According to the American Pain Foundation, more than 26 million Americans between the ages of 20-64 suffer from some or the other form of back pain. |
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Efficacy of Reflexology in the Treatment of Lower Back Pain
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by: Mita Majumdar |
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July 28, 2008 |
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Lower back pain is a major cause of disability, work absenteeism, and medical costs in the US. Lower back pain affects most people at some point in their lives; and although fifty percent of episodes subside within four weeks, fifteen to twenty percent of sufferers experience pain even after one year. |
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Reflexology Latest Reviews |
I became believer in reflexology. Basically, rubbing the bottom of the feet, the most tender points, eliminated headaches, migraines, and vertigo. |
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April 13, 2008 |
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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. |
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May 25, 2008 |
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