Does your job include working on the computer all day long? Do your fingers and hands start paining from the endless typing on the keyboard? Are you fed up of headaches that hamper your working? Do sinuses plague you? If your answer is yes to all these questions, then you should consider reflexology.
The term reflexology simply means the application of pressure using thumb and fingers on reflex points using in the feet and hands to heal pains, aches and other conditions in the body.
The concept behind reflexology is simple.
When there is a problem in some part of the body, then uric acid, calcium and mineral deposits accumulate in the reflex points and cause a disruption in the circulation and flow of energy.
A skilled reflexologist can help in eliminating these unwanted deposits and restore the circulation and energy flow.
Researches have proven that 75% of all physical and mental diseases are due to stress.
Hand reflexology benefits people with arthritis and carpel tunnel syndrome.
Hand Reflexology is not a complex method, it is so easy that it can be done while waiting for bus or plane! Reflexology techniques date back to the Egyptian culture and their popularity is on an increase even today.
These days hand centric activities such as texting, video games and computer keyboarding are on a rise.
Hence these techniques provide a respite from the stress and strain that results in the hands caused by these activities.
A reflexologist basically interrupts the stress pattern in the body by working on the pressure sensors and points on the hands that cause a relaxation response in the consequent body part.
This reduces the stress in the entire nervous system and provides relief in the entire body.
A study conducted in Singapore has suggested that regular use of reflexology techniques keep the heart healthy.
Another research has revealed that reflexology affects the brain in the same way as meditation.
These days' alternative methods of treatment like hand reflexology is getting a lot of attention primarily due to their "no side effects" promise.
These methods may take more time and be are much more subtle than the mainstream medical treatment, however they are quite effective in the long run.
You can also learn reflexology on your own.
It's not that tough.
Try pressing the tips of your fingers or the space between two fingers.
Hand reflexology can be helpful in curing problems such as low libido or sleeping problems and it can even assist with weight loss.
There are reflexology charts available that can help you to understand how to cure the problems that you have.
In this time many people keep wondering whether these reflexology techniques actually work.
However, unlike other techniques, hand reflexology is a very scientific method and does not require the patient to have faith in it to get cured.
So, if you are experiencing problems such as insomnia or headache, then try reflexology and experience the difference.