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    Reflexology is a complementary touch therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears. According to reflexology theory, these points correspond to different organs and body systems. Applying pressure is thought to provide health benefits by improving circulation and relaxation. While some research shows reflexology may help reduce pain, anxiety, and physiological distress, evidence is mixed and more rigorous studies are still needed. Reflexology is considered safe for most people but should be avoided during acute illness or infections.

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    Reflexology is a complementary touch therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears. According to reflexology theory, these points correspond to different organs and body systems. Applying pressure is thought to provide health benefits by improving circulation and relaxation. While some research shows reflexology may help reduce pain, anxiety, and physiological distress, evidence is mixed and more rigorous studies are still needed. Reflexology is considered safe for most people but should be avoided during acute illness or infections.

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    Reflexology is a complementary touch therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears. According to reflexology theory, these points correspond to different organs and body systems. Applying pressure is thought to provide health benefits by improving circulation and relaxation. While some research shows reflexology may help reduce pain, anxiety, and physiological distress, evidence is mixed and more rigorous studies are still needed. Reflexology is considered safe for most people but should be avoided during acute illness or infections.

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    Reflexology is a complementary touch therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears. According to reflexology theory, these points correspond to different organs and body systems. Applying pressure is thought to provide health benefits by improving circulation and relaxation. While some research shows reflexology may help reduce pain, anxiety, and physiological distress, evidence is mixed and more rigorous studies are still needed. Reflexology is considered safe for most people but should be avoided during acute illness or infections.

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    Reflexology is a complementary touch therapy that applies pressure to specific points on the feet, hands and ears to benefit corresponding organs, bones and body systems. It is based on the theory that ten equal zones run vertically through the body and congestion in any part affects the entire zone.

    Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, hands or ears to stimulate targeted organs and systems. It is based on the idea that these reflex points correspond to different parts of the body and applying pressure can benefit general health and relieve congestion.

    While both involve therapeutic touch by hands, reflexology focuses on applying small muscle movements and specific pressure to targeted reflex points, while massage uses broader movements and techniques. Reflexology aims to directly stimulate targeted organs.

    REFLEXOLOGY

    Presented by
    Megan Reid
    What is Reflexology?
    • Complimentary touch therapy that
    involves the application of
    pressure to specific points and
    areas
    – Feet (most common)
    – Hands
    – Ears
    Theory

    • Ten equal zones run the length of the body


    vertically
    • Application of pressure to these points
    Beneficial effect on corresponding organs,
    bones, and body systems
    Beneficial effect on general health
    • Congestion in any part effects entire zone
    • May manifest as calcium or acid deposits
    Foot Chart
    Hand Chart
    Ear Chart
    Reflexology vs. Massage

    • Similar to massage
    – Both therapeutic touch applied by hands
    • Key differences
    – Small muscle movements applied
    – More specific
    – Pressure is applied in order to stimulate targeted
    organs
    Purposes
    • Relaxation
    – Homeostasis
    • Stimulates proprioceptive reflexes
    – Endocrine, immune, neuropeptide
    systems
    In Current Practice

    • Emphasize benefits
    – Stress relief
    – Increased feelings of well being
    • Some argue that specific diagnosis and
    symptoms can be treated
    – Little evidence to support
    Evidence
    • Mixed Results
    – Nursing home residents with mild-to-moderate
    dementia
    • Decline in pain
    • Decline in physiological distress (salivary alpha-amylase)
    • Borderline improvements in sadness
    – Hospitalized cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
    • Average decrease of 7.9 points on state-anxiety scale in
    treatment group; 0.8 points in control group
    – Systematic review of five studies
    • Only one study had significant treatment effect
    Indications/Contraindicati
    ons
    • Improves:
    – Pain (acute and chronic), anxiety, BP,
    pulse, temp, hormone levels, circulation,
    breathing, elimination, relaxation,
    detoxification, healing, immune system,
    sleep, and wound healing
    • Caution in:
    – Fever, phlebitis, severe idiopathic pain,
    skin eruptions or rashes, enlarged
    varicose veins, burns, infections, recent
    sx, and acute conditions
    Incorporation into Advanced
    Nursing Practice
    • Not reimbursed
    • Most healthcare staff not qualified
    • Will require individual self-motivation
    • May provide piece of mind, relaxation, and
    pleasure  health related benefits
    • Currently, no specific medically indicated
    conditions
    Incorporation into Advanced
    Nursing Practice
    • Recommend to patients for same reason they seek
    it on their own
    – Conventional medicine lacking or ineffective
    • May only provide relaxation
    • Although not necessarily a proven science, but a
    way for individuals to empower themselves in the
    management of their illness
    • Final result desired may not be evidence of
    efficacy
    References
    • Dossey, B. M., & Keegan, L. (2009). Holistic nursing: A handbook for practice
    (5th ed.). Sadbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers.
    • Hodgson, N., & Andersen, S. (2008). The clinical efficacy of reflexology in
    nursing home residents with dementia. Journal Of Alternative &
    Complementary Medicine, 14(3), 269-275. doi:10.1089/acm.2007.0577
    • Quattrin, R., Zanini, A., Buchini, S., Turello, D., Annunziata, M., Vidotti, C.,
    Colombatti, A., & Brusaferro, S. (2006). Use of reflexology foot massage to
    reduce anxiety in hospitalized cancer patients in chemotherapy treatment:
    methodology and outcomes. Journal Of Nursing Management, 14(2), 96-105.
    doi:10.1111/j.1365-2934.2006.00557.x
    • Teagarden, K. (2011). Reflexology. Center for Spirituality & Healing and the Life
    Science Foundation, University of Minnesota.
    • Williams, A. M., Davies, A., & Griffiths, G. (2009). Facilitating comfort for
    hospitalized patients using non-pharmacological measures: Preliminary
    development of clinical practice guidelines. International Journal of Nursing
    Practice 2009, 15, 145-155. doi:10.1111/j.1440-172X.2009.01739.x

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