When this technique is applied on the hands or feet, it improves circulation, elimination, relaxation and returns the body to its natural rhythm. Reflexology is a type of treatment in which pressure is applied to specific small areas of the skin, mainly the hands and feet. It is a non invasive, natural therapy that induces a deeply relaxed state, which alleviates tension, mild anxiety, and depression from everyday living. It triggers the body's own inner healing process and as a result relieves naturally many medical conditions over a period of time to achieve positive and lasting health benefits. Reflexology should not be confused with foot massage.
Massage rubs the skin to work on the muscles.
Reflexology works on points below the skin by gentle compression. Massage also uses oils and lotions. However, in Reflexology, using oils and lotions will hinder the ability of the Reflexologist to work since the fingers will slide off those specific points. Reflexology is best done with the feet in its natural state. In the same way it interferes with sensing problems in the foot.