What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a holistic therapy based on the principle that specific reflex points in the feet and hands correspond to different glands, organs, and systems of the body. By applying precise stimulation to these reflexes, reflexology supports overall well-being in a safe and natural way.
This gentle therapy can help alleviate everyday stress and tension, promote deep relaxation, and enhance circulation—naturally boosting energy levels. Reflexology also plays a role in restoring and maintaining the body's natural balance, fostering a sense of well-being. As awareness grows about the impact of environmental factors on health, incorporating reflexology into a preventative healthcare routine is becoming increasingly valuable in modern life.
Reflexology has roots in ancient civilizations across the world, with its earliest known evidence dating back to the tomb of an Egyptian physician from 2500 BC. In the early 1900s, inspired by the discoveries of Nobel Prize-winning physiologist Sir Charles Sherrington, Dr. William Fitzgerald found that applying pressure to specific areas of the body could produce a numbing effect elsewhere. His work laid the foundation for further development, evolving into the practice of Reflexology as we know it today.