This complete self-teaching guide is the perfect handbook for beginners & students alike. It uniquely links Eastern & Western approaches to reflexology & health, making this a comprehensive guide to using the meridians & pressure points of the feet to treat a wide range of ailments. Reflexology, the gentle but highly effective form of therapeutic foot massage, has gained wide acceptance as a powerful, natural healing art. Remarkable results have been achieved with ailments such as back pain, chronic fatigue (ME), digestive problems, eczema, insomnia & migraine. Inge Dougans's new book

Includes:: her latest research into the benefits of her unique techniques & is a complete self-teaching guide suitable for beginners & students alike. Bringing together East & West by making clear the close connection between reflexology & Chinese meridian theory, Inge Dougans shows how the human body has its own internal energy lines -- or acupuncture meridians -- & reveals how to find & use the reflexology points & associated meridians on the foot to restore the body to its natural balance, prevent ill health & assist relaxation.

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Reflexology is a therapeutic practice using specific pressure techniques on the feet or hands to treat or rebalance the body, mind & emotions. The term reflexology refers to the reflex areas, precise points on the hands & feet that correspond in energy terms to the organs, glands & systems of the body. Treating these reflexes with massage & pressure techniques, it is possible to work through the feet & hands to rebalance the entire body. Reflexology" is a comprehensive, practical guide for anyone wishing to rebalance their body's energy, relieve stress, ease pain, & benefit from a greater sense of physical, emotional & mental well-being. Included are guidelines for basic reflexology sessions as well as detailed techniques & tips for reading the subtle responses of the feet & hands. Also presented are foot & hand treatments, all conveyed through step-by-step photo sequences & clear instructions, making this popular alternative therapy easy to learn & to apply. ...

Written in simple language & based on years of private practice experience,   Reflexology & Associated Aspects of Health is aimed at reflexologists, complementary therapists, & interested laypersons. Designed as both a practical guide & a reference, the book stresses the importance of health maintenance over disease management. Beginning with a discussion of the limitations of mainstream healthcare, the author then moves into an authoritative analysis of such topics as foot & ankle loosening, dermatology, nutrition, body energy, chakras & meridians, the hows & whys of research, & treatment of stroke patients. ...

Uniquely this book brings together reflexology & the five phase correspondences of meridian therapy & constitutional types. The first section of the book

Includes:: basic reflexology therapy, foot & hand techniques, anatomy, physiology, & pathology. It gives the reader an in-depth account of the structure of the feet as well as biomechanical factors & reflexology treatment protocols. The second section covers the basic concepts of Chinese medicine &

Includes:: specific points & interactions of the five elements & diagnosis & assessment according to pattern, constitutional type, & diagnostic protocols. Finally, assessment tools & treatment methods are presented that facilitate their integration into an existing or new practice with the use of a wand such as a rounded-end polished stone to deliver pressure or stimulus to a selected reflex therapy point. A tremendous number of colourful photos, charts & tables & liberal use of symbols & icons that accompany the instructional & clinical material presented make this a valuable study companion.



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Reflexology is a safe, gentle therapy that boosts the body's healing systems & helps combat stress. This comprehensive Reflexology Bible contains everything you need to know about the subject, including zone maps of the hands & feet, techniques for working the reflex points, advice on how to prepare for a reflexology session & a step-by-step routine to treat the whole body. With a detailed directory providing instructions to relieve common ailments, from digestive problems to skin complaints, plus specialised treatments to suit children & the elderly, this is the only guide to reflexology you'll ever need. ...

Reflexology in Pregnancy & Childbirth is a definitive text on the safe & appropriate use of reflex zone therapy in pregnancy, labour & the puerperium, focusing on evidence-based practice, professional accountability & application of a comprehensive knowledge of the therapy related to reproductive physiology. Denise Tiran, an experienced midwife, reflex zone therapist, university lecturer & Director of Expectancy the Expectant Parents Complementary Therapies Consultancy
- has an international reputation in the field of maternity complementary therapies, has researched & written extensively on reflexology, & has treated nearly 5000 pregnant women with structural reflex zone therapy.
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Stimulating the body's healing forces through massage of the reflex areas of the feet helps to increase blood circulation & relax tension in the nervous system. Reflexology encourages the whole body to renew itself so that all processes are working in harmony. As a diagnostic tool, reflexology reveals, by the tenderness of different parts of the foot, what organs or areas of the body are in a state of disorder. Provides a list of ailments that respond to reflexology, including glaucoma, migraine, liver disease, cataracts, asthma, neuritis, shingles (herpes zoster), arthritis, & sinus trouble. & by stimulating the nervous & vascular systems, reflexology can do much to slow the ageing process. ...

Reflexology: A Practical Approach is an essential guide written for all those studying or practising reflexology. Completely revised, this latest edition provides extensive coverage of the fundamentals in one accessible volume. Features of this book:
- Written by an experienced teacher & practitioner this text provides comprehensive coverage whilst remaining student-friendly
- Features a full colour fold-out chart of the feet for further practical learning
- Contains updated charts, diagrams & interactive exercises throughout to enhance the learning process
- Essential for all practising & aspiring reflexologists.



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In this book, the reader is taken on an exciting journey into the world of reflexology. The author, Christine Issel, is an international lecturer on reflexology & has compiled a detailed account of the rich history of reflexology dating back to ancient cultures. The information is presented in a highly interesting & readable format, &

Includes:: charts for full comprehension of the topic.

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This guide to the ancient art of reflexology features step-by-step sequences, incredible photographic foot & hand reflex charts, & computer-generated artwork to show which reflexes to press & which techniques to use. Full-color illustrations. Detailed sequences treat specific, common medical conditions, plus quick-fix routines your can do in the office or while traveling. ...