Many people typically associate reflexology with a foot massage but the ancient medical practice is actually applicable to every part of the body.
Reflexology refers to applying some pressure on specific “reflex points” on hands, ears, and feet as these points correspond to the different organs in the body.
It is also known as zone therapy and has been gaining popularity in the past decade as it can help reduce pain without the need of taking painkillers. Apart from alleviating the pain, reflexology can also help with detoxification, improve blood circulation, reduce stress and allergy symptoms.
If you prefer taking fewer painkillers, these reflexology tips can be useful to you.
1. Headache
To relieve a sinus headache, massage the tips of your thumbs and fingers or the area between your forefinger and your thumb.
As the area corresponds to the nerves that connect to your head and temple region, massaging the area can provide instant pain relief.
2. Neck and back pain
Massage the top of your thumb to the middle of your wrist. This area corresponds to the spinal reflex (as indicated in red below).
You can also massage it for a bit longer if the area is painful. Repeat this step for several times on both hands.
3. Cold and flu
Massage the base of your fingers and thumbs to the tips. Do this step on each finger for several times.
4. Insomnia
Massage the middle are of your thumb, your thumbprint. Press the area and hold between 30 seconds to 1 minute. Do this step on both thumbs for several times.
Massage the middle are of your thumb, your thumbprint. Press the area and hold between 30 seconds to 1 minute. Do this step on both thumbs for several times.
Massaging these reflexology points may help reduce your pain and sleepless nights but if the condition persists, it may be best for you to see a doctor. It is also not recommended to massage these areas if you are recovering from a foot or hand injury.
Credit: The Epoch Times
