By Sandra Nelson, ITEC Certified Reflexologist Most Americans are feeling the crushing stress of the current and prolonged recession. As of June, 2011 the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the unemployment rate at 9.2%.[i] Many large companies and most small businesses are feeling the pinch [...]

Most people who come to me for reflexology hold their stress and tension somewhere along the spine.  Many seek relief from pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, low back and hips. Others carry tension within the abdomen, often reducing their ability to breathe deeply [...]

Mothers, grandmothers, wives, daughters, aunts, and friends, women give, care, nurture, help, heal, lead, create, feed, clean, cook, organize, chauffeur, hug, listen, and…, ___________. (fill in the blank).  We do all these things for others, but what do we do for ourselves? Remember the song [...]

As a compliment to allopathic medicine, reflexology is thought to improve the effectiveness of prescribed medication. In addition, because it is known to relax tension, relieve stress and reduce pain, some dentists and chiropractors are starting to incorporate reflexology into their practice. Cancer treatments: It [...]

Some medical studies reveal that over 75% of all health problems can be linked to stress. The word “stress” is tossed around in every-day conversations so much so that it has lost its intensity. Stress has become an accepted way of life to the point [...]

When there is irritation or injury to the body, the nervous system transmits signals which announce the location and severity of the pain. Using the application of pressure to specific points of the feet, hands or ears, reflexology increases circulation where it is needed and [...]

Regular reflexology sessions will help you manage stress, prevent illness, and greatly improve your quality of life. Illness of any sort is the result of a combination of stressful conditions that accumulate over time. One’s mental and emotional health plays a significant role in managing [...]