What is reflexology massage?
ANSWER
Reflexology uses hand, thumb, and finger techniques to stimulate certain areas of the feet. These areas are believed to correspond to different parts of the body. The massage is expected to promote health and well-being.
Reviewed by Melinda Ratini on September 10, 2020
SOURCES:
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: "Massage Therapy as CAM."
U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics: "Massage Therapists."
American Massage Therapy Association: "2008 Massage Therapy Industry Fact Sheet;" "Choosing a Type of Massage;" "Glossary of Massage Terms;" and "Massage and Serious Health Conditions."
Washington State University: "UREC Massage Styles."
SOURCES:
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: "Massage Therapy as CAM."
U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics: "Massage Therapists."
American Massage Therapy Association: "2008 Massage Therapy Industry Fact Sheet;" "Choosing a Type of Massage;" "Glossary of Massage Terms;" and "Massage and Serious Health Conditions."
Washington State University: "UREC Massage Styles."
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