What is Foot Reflexology?

Reflexology simply means the study of the reflexes and how one part of the body relates to another part of the body through the nerve endings. The feet contain over 7,200 nerve endings or receptors that send signals to the brain via the central nervous system as pressure is applied by the reflexologist. Receptors in the feet form a representation or map of the body. Pressure is applied to the feet using knuckles, fist, thumb, and finger compression techniques. This activates electrical and chemical impulses resulting in a reflex response in the related organ to which the foot is being stimulated. Reflexology increases circulation, relaxes muscle and fascia, and activates the parasympathetic nervous system which calms the body. This technique positively affects and harmonizes the body system. Deep relaxation occurs during a treatment so the body can rest and repair.

Science Based Reflexology: Manzanares™ Method

“Reflexology can be defined as a reflex technique that is based on the neurobiochemical action produced by stimulating a specific area of the foot that results in general or partial repercussion in the body. This is possible because of the somatotopic representation (mapping) of the human body on the foot, where every organ is reflected on the foot.” – Dr. Jesus Manzanares, https://www.manzanaresmethod.com/