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Our feet are home to literally thousands of nerve endings and almost seventy
acupuncture points, which is why foot reflexology is so effective. By
massaging and stimulating specific areas on the soles of our feet, we can
provide general support for our entire body, improve sleep patterns, increase
physical and mental wellbeing and also alleviate chronic conditions such as
sinusitis and digestive upset. Although it is wonderful to work with an
experienced foot reflexologist whenever possible, we can also develop a
practice of treating ourselves to a self-reflexology treatment if we take
some time for this purpose before we begin our day or in the evening to relax
before going to bed.
There are a number of different ways to work the soles of your feet, including
walking barefoot on river stones, rolling each foot over a golf or tennis
ball, or just using your fingers and hands to massage your feet. When
starting a reflexology session, it’s a good idea to begin with loosening up
your ankles -- rotate each foot clockwise then counterclockwise about ten
times. You might also want to pinch the end of your toes, which can increase
circulation and drainage in your sinuses and stimulate your pituitary and
pineal glands. Then you can begin massaging the ball of your foot, the arch,
and the heel. If you find that an area is tender, it may indicate some
distress or dysfunction occurring in the corresponding area of the body. You
may want to explore what is going on with that organ or system.
Whether we are able to spend just a few minutes a day on this kind of
self-care or a full half-hour, our efforts are never wasted. By taking
responsibility for our own health and taking time every day to connect with
our body, we can not only assist our body in letting go of stress and
dysfunction, but we can also continue to support an ongoing sense of wellness
and vitality.
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