Can reflexology be harmful?

Reflexology generally does not cause any harmful effects as long as necessary precautions are taken with patients with special medical conditions such as blood clot disorder, cancer and heart failure. Each person has a different body system so results from reflexology treatment could vary from one person to another.

How often can you have reflexology?

If you are dealing with a specific illness or condition, you may need to have more frequent sessions. A general recommendation might be to begin with a session every week for 6-8 weeks, followed by a “tune-up” every four weeks.

Can reflexology make symptoms worse?

It gradually became worse until rather abruptly started to diminish around the seventh and eighth session. Conclusions: For the majority of the women the healing crisis symptoms gradually became worse before they started to decrease. This has similarities with other health professionals’ accounts in the literature.

Can you do reflexology everyday?

So reflexology can be added to the package as a maintainable for the body’s immune system. Regular exercise each week along with good nutritional content on a daily basis. I would recommend one reflexology treatment a week, but it depends on what condition if any you have, or is it purely for relaxing.

Does foot reflexology release toxins?

The ancient Chinese art of foot reflexology applies to areas of the foot that correspond to the energy of specific organs and body parts to promote healing and release energy blockages. Foot reflexology can boost the immune system, increase circulation, cleanse toxins from the body and balance energy.

When should you avoid reflexology?

Foot injuries Patients with foot fractures, unhealed wounds, or active gout in the foot should avoid reflexology. Patients with osteoarthritis that impacts the foot or ankle, or those with vascular disease of the legs or feet, should consult with their primary provider prior to beginning reflexology on the feet.

What are the disadvantages of reflexology?

Side effects

• circulatory problems of the feet.
• inflammation or blood clots in the leg veins.
• gout.
• foot ulcers.
• fungal conditions of the feet such as athlete’s foot.
• thyroid problems.
• epilepsy.
• a low platelet count, which means you may bruise or bleed more easily.

What does it mean if a reflexology point hurts?

Reflexology will often hurt when the congested reflex areas are treated and in no way resembles a foot massage. As the condition improves with several reflexology sessions, so will the soreness on the corresponding reflexes.

Who shouldn’t reflexology?

When should you not do reflexology?

Patients with foot fractures, unhealed wounds, or active gout in the foot should avoid reflexology. Patients with osteoarthritis that impacts the foot or ankle, or those with vascular disease of the legs or feet, should consult with their primary provider prior to beginning reflexology on the feet.

Is reflexology dangerous for people with diabetes?

Because reflexology slightly increases blood circulation it can be extremely dangerous for people on some types of medication, with excessive blood clotting issues, diabetics as it can send sugar levels into unexpected highs and lows etc

What are the side effects of reflexology treatments?

Some people also develop headaches when they feel tired; since these two side effects seem to go hand in hand, a headache usually disappears once your energy returns. You might experience various emotional reactions during or after reflexology treatments. Some people feel relaxed or like laughing, and others feel like crying.

How many reflexology sessions should I have a day?

The number of sessions varies and is determined by the client’s health and reasons for seeking reflexology. But in general, results from reflexology are often subtle and are cumulative. Thus, you are more likely to see greater benefits from regular sessions (for example, once a week for six weeks) than if you had a session once every six months.

Can reflexreflexologists diagnose or tell you anything?

Reflexologists do not diagnose or tell you about any congestion or tension they observe on the foot, hand, or ear during a session that may suggest abnormalities. One of the theories of reflexology is that the body will nurture and repair itself once released from stress.