Ailments Reflexology Helps Treat

Benefits Stress

One of the most widely acknowledged benefits of reflexology is stress reduction. The practice benefits stress through the use of healing, gentle touch, and comfortable positioning. By taking time for themselves, reflexology helps patients practice self-care and nurture their bodies, which can alleviate the stress caused by work and relationships. Reflexology can help reduce the stress caused by major life events, physical health problems, and mental health issues. It is appropriate for all ages and can be used on both infants and the elderly. It is also generally appropriate for patients with cancer, heart disease, and other serious health issues. In fact, reflexology is often used to relieve stress and pain for cancer patients in palliative care wards of hospitals.

Patients attending reflexology sessions will be asked about their stress levels and any particular areas of the body in which they feel tension. These questions will likely be asked at every visit to monitor for any changes. Practitioners will adapt each session to focus on affected areas. They are trained to detect the very small differences in the way the patient holds their body that may be indicative of stress.