It is the nerve endings in the hands, feet and ears that send the message to the brain about stress or pain found in the body during a reflexology session. The brain than responds by producing endorphins, the body's natural pain reliever. The endorphins are then sent through the blood stream to the affected areas. Consider reflexology as a chemical-free pain reliever that is administered externally rather than internally. Reflexology is not a massage .
Reflexology works the nerve endings in the hands, feet, and ears.
Reflexology works with the nervous system. Massage works the muscles and soft tissues. Massage works with the muscular system. Reflexology is not recognized as a medical treatment. Reflexology today is practiced as a form of stress management and wellness maintenance.