Reflexology in GILMORTON, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
What did FMRI images of the brain show in response to stimulation of reflex areas in reflexology – results from 2 studies
There are links to 2 studies below, both utilising FMRI imaging to observe cortical activity whilst reflex areas (used in reflexology) were stimulated. Somatotopical relationships between cortical activity and reflex areas in reflexology: a functional magnetic resonance imaging study Nakamaru, Tomomi; Miura, Naoki; Fukushima, Ai; Kawashima, Ryuta Neurosci. Lett. 2008 1 448 45906 The second […]
Evaluation of efficacy and feasibility of foot reflexology in children experiencing chronic or persistent pain
Reflexology is a complementary therapy suitable for all ages, from the cradle to the grave. I didn't feel the linked article below needed any further introduction: Evaluation of efficacy and feasibility of foot reflexology in children experiencing chronic or persistent pain Bertrand Amandine; Mauger-Vauglin Claire-Emmanuelle; Martin Sophie; Goy Florence; Delafosse Chantal; Marec-Berard Perrine Bull Cancer […]
Importance of Breaks at Work
During the Covid 19 pandemic I worked as an office based Finance Manager. Like many others, my office colleagues and I adapted our working practices and worked remotely from home. I actually found my working day was longer; with fewer distractions I become engrossed in my work and during the autumn/winter period it was often dark when I sat down at my laptop and dark when I logged off and shut down. This clearly wasn’t helpful for my wellbeing and my colleagues were reporting the same. So we introduced a ‘one hour wellbeing break’ to our working from home policy, […]
Exploring the Efficacy of Plantar Reflexology as a Complementary Approach for Headache Management: A Comprehensive Review
There are a number of common causes of headaches, including: stress, dehydration, bad posture, hormone related (periods and menopause), drinking too much alcohol, eyesight problems and taking too many painkillers. The article linked below explores ‘plantar reflexology’ as a complementary approach for managing headaches. Foot reflexology works with reflex points on both sides of the feet and around the ankles; the sole of the foot is the plantar side and the upper surface foot is the dorsal side. Exploring the Efficacy of Plantar Reflexology as a Complementary Approach for Headache Management: A Comprehensive Review Tedeschi, Roberto Int J Ther Massage Bodywork 2024 […]