Reflexology and Massage

The technique

In reflexology, apart from the initial soothing strokes you do not massage the feet; instead, you apply precise pressure with your thumb or forefinger to each specific point. You can use either a static pressure or a "walking" technique, in which you bend and then straighten your thumb to move it forward. Hold the foot firmly with one hand, and work with your other thumb, using the edge of the thumb, just by the nail. Press firmly for about 3 seconds, then move on. Work systematically first on the right foot and then on the left.



The technique

In reflexology, apart from the initial soothing strokes you do not massage the feet; instead, you apply precise pressure with your thumb or forefinger to each specific point. You can use either a static pressure or a "walking" technique, in which you bend and then straighten your thumb to move it forward. Hold the foot firmly with one hand, and work with your other thumb, using the edge of the thumb, just by the nail. Press firmly for about 3 seconds, then move on. Work systematically first on the right foot and then on the left.