Treating Arthritis With Reflexology
Treating Arthritis With Reflexology. If you suffer from Arthritis, you may be familiar with conventional treatments such as non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs. Moreover, you may be all too discouraged by their numerous side effects and sometimes even their inability to really work.
Truth be known, there are over 200 known factors that may contribute to arthritis. The key is getting to the route of the problem and that is not done by drug intervention. And there are many ways to combat arthritis without the use of common prescription drugs.
Reflexology is one complimentary treatment that is beneficial for everyone and especially for people suffering from muscle, joint and circulation problems. Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure in a strategic manner to areas of the feet and hands, and even the face and ears.
Reflexologists see the hands and feet as an open door to the bodies systems. Each section of the feet and hands correlate to a specific organ. By stimulating nerves on specific areas of the feet and hands, you can stimulate blood flow and eliminate toxin buildup in the corresponding organs and systems of the body.
And because reflexology works to put the body in a state of well-being, it is beneficial to every system in the body. It helps reduce body tension and definitely brings a sense of relaxation. Independent studies have shown that using reflexology in the areas related to the adrenal glands, one could reduce the need of cortisone, a common treatment for arthritis.
The body also produces its own natural painkillers during reflexology treatments, known as endorphins, which inhibits the transmission of pain through the spinal cord. There are many areas that a trained reflexologist may pay special attention to including the kidneys, pituitary gland, thyroid, adrenal glands and solar plexus.
Although reflexology appears to have a positive affect on patients with arthritis, it is good to note that the affects on mobility in particular, only last a short time. It is most beneficial to have treatments on a regular basis.
Quick Reflexology Fact
Taking a look at your goals should help you determine which route to take. If you are looking for immediate results for an impending problem, a trained reflexologist may be the way to go. However, I found it more beneficial to learn the techniques myself so that I can help my family and myself whenever I need to for free. |
On a good note, reflexology definitely was beneficial to problems relating to swelling and edema, because of an improvement in circulation reflexology brings. One of the best ways to incorporate reflexology into your life and make it beneficial is to use it in conjunction with a healthy diet.
Some basic dietary and alternative therapy recommendations are: Stay away from foods that cause inflammation such as dairy products, potatoes, peppers, tomatoes, eggplant and tobacco.
Eliminate them from your diet and see if your condition improves. If it does, slowly put them back into your diet, leaving time between each introduction so you can see what the culprit really is.
Juice therapy is also very beneficial for arthritis.
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One theory that tries to explain how reflexology works claims that the manipulation of nerve endings in the feet can communicate relaxing signals to areas of the body or organs that need relaxing or stimulating and the technique applied is best compared to a touchtone phone handset that can dial specific parts of the nervous system and send the right messages through to them. |
The best juice choices are black cherry, carrot, celery, cucumber, radish and garlic. Drink citrus juices sparingly until you know if they will affect you negatively.
For pain, some good herbal remedies would be cayenne, devils claw, white willow and yucca. Anti-inflammatory herbs include boswellia, devils claw, ginger, tumeric, white willow, celery seed and castor oil (applied with hot packs).
Reflexology Facts Today
09/05/2008
Market offers seasonal and unique goodies (Coshocton Tribune)
Fall produce has appeared at Coshocton Farmers' Market on recent Saturdays, including local butternut squash, pumpkins, apples and pears. Shoppers can also find fall decor such as chrysanthemums and gourds. And as the weather turns a bit cooler (at least at night), lettuce and greens, kale and Swiss chard are making a comeback.
Market offers seasonal and unique goodies (Coshocton Tribune)
09/02/2008
London News and Reviews (Evening Standard)
A reflexologist used a high street massager device on his patients in a bid to satisfy his lust while pretending the 'treatment' would solve their health problems, a court was told.
London News and Reviews (Evening Standard)
09/06/2008
Court hears therapist deny sexual assaults (The Journal)
AREFELXOLOGIST has denied passionately kissing a woman teacher while her mother sat in the waiting room next door.
Court hears therapist deny sexual assaults (The Journal)
09/05/2008
Serendipity Spa comforts nestled in heart of Pittsford (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
The Serendipity Spa of Pittsford offers top of the line spa treatments and a boutique, right in the heart of town.
Serendipity Spa comforts nestled in heart of Pittsford (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
09/02/2008
Huge weekend in Kapunda (Barossa & Light Herald)
Kapunda will go festival crazy on the weekend of September 13 and 14.
Huge weekend in Kapunda (Barossa & Light Herald)
09/05/2008
Lisa Flanagan to provide therapeutic massage services in Junction (The Junction Eagle)
Junction welcomes massage therapist Lisa Flanagan as the newest addition to our business community. Local citizens, who have tight muscles, aching backs, stiff joints or just want to relax a little, can welcome Lisa as well at her open house on September 6.
Lisa Flanagan to provide therapeutic massage services in Junction (The Junction Eagle)
09/04/2008
Fast-growing company sees newest franchise open in Western Springs (The Doings Western Springs)
A massage is meant to be relaxing. But how relaxed can you be when you're left wondering if you can afford the kneading and rubbing you're trying to enjoy?
Fast-growing company sees newest franchise open in Western Springs (The Doings Western Springs)
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