Zones associated with qi (chi or life force) used in the practice of Reflexology are mapped over anatomical illustrations of the surface anatomy of the hands, feet and ear to better locate the zone needed. Many views offer a 360 degree mapping of the zones for reference. Suggested uses: Reflexologists -- use as reference when discussing techniques and the process with clients; Instructors & Students -- a handy go-to reference while learning the zones.

Reflex-Relaxology uses the principles of reflexology to show that relaxation is at your feet. James Brockbank is a Bayly School qualified reflexologist. He explains how a simple technique can be learnt by the whole family to bring relaxation and relief from stress.

This is a concise guide to foot and hand massage for enhanced health and wellbeing, shown in over 200 photographs. It describes a complete healing session on the hands and feet with step-by-step routines. It is complete with detailed maps of the body's reflex points and zones. It includes specially devised sequences to energize or relax the body, alleviate stress, relieve pain and aid restful sleep. It recommends easy and effective treatments for common ailments, including colds, headaches, tension and nausea. Our hands have always been a means of caring and comforting, and using our hands to release tension in our bodies is something we do instinctively. In reflexology, you can use your fingers to apply pressure to certain points on the feet, or sometimes on the hands. The word 'reflex' means to reflect, and the pressure points on the hands and feet reflect all the parts of your body, both internal and external. This book explains how reflexology works, and includes step-by-step techniques. It contains sequences to boost energy levels, relieve different types of pain, relax muscles and improve immunity, making it the ideal guide to enhancing your physical and mental health.

A full-color illustrated and comprehensive study guide for reflexology * Provides detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables * Offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies * Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3; exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies * Includes a study outline for each chapter as well as review and multiple choice questions Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that encourages the body to balance and heal itself. It involves applying finger or thumb pressure to specific points on the hands and feet. Called "reflexes," these points reflect, or mirror, the organs and structures of the body as well as a person's emotional health. In this way, the hands and feet are "mini maps" or "microcosms" of the body that can be used to encourage holistic healing. Presenting the most complete reflexology study guide available, this full-color illustrated textbook is designed for use both in the classroom and as a home study resource. Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3, it exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies as well as meeting the current National Occupational Standards for reflexology. Providing detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables, the book outlines each body system, explaining how, when, and why to work the reflexes. It explores foot reflexology, hand reflexology, as well as meridian therapy and offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies, allowing the student to develop interpretive diagnostic and treatment planning skills. Each chapter also includes a study outline as well as review and multiple choice questions. Offering a comprehensive guide to the theory, philosophies, and history of reflexology, this book will encourage students to develop understanding and confidence in their reflexology practice.

The ABC's of Chakra Therapy is a practical, user-friendly workbook that leads readers on a journey of self-healing and transformation through the exploration of the human energy field, specifically the seven main energy centers, or chakras. The unique approach of this book focuses not just on one method of energy clearing, but incorporates a variety of therapies to choose from. The forms of therapy in this healing "bag of tools" include: visualization, sound, color, aromatherapy, reflexology, crystals and gemstones, yoga and other physical exercise. Learn to combine powerful healing techniques to enable healing on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels. You'll become more aware of your own energy, compared to energy that belongs to someone or something else. You'll be better able to take control of your life -- no longer being at the mercy of the unconscious effects of others. Where traditional psychotherapy leaves off, The ABC's of Chakra Therapy comes in -- expediting healing by providing a means of de-energizing and neutralizing negative patterns, beliefs, and behavior at the core level.

This is a full-color laminated poster. All the reflex zones on the palm and back of the right and left hands are to be found on this classic poster.

This is full-color laminated poster. This very informative chart illustrates the fine points of reflexology in full color. On one side it gives detailed reflexology information for both the hands and the feet. The other side features a projection of the spinal column on both hand and feet, with a table showing when to use foot reflexology and when hand reflexology is preferable.

This complete self-teaching guide is the perfect handbook for beginners and students alike. It uniquely links Eastern and Western approaches to reflexology and health, making this a comprehensive guide to using the meridians and pressure points of the feet to treat a wide range of ailments. Reflexology, the gentle but highly effective form of therapeutic foot massage, has gained wide acceptance as a powerful, natural healing art. Remarkable results have been achieved with ailments such as back pain, chronic fatigue (ME), digestive problems, eczema, insomnia and migraine. Inge Dougans's new book includes her latest research into the benefits of her unique techniques and is a complete self-teaching guide suitable for beginners and students alike. Bringing together East and West by making clear the close connection between reflexology and Chinese meridian theory, internationally respected reflexologist Inge Dougans shows how the human body has its own internal energy lines - or acupuncture meridians - and reveals how to find and use the reflexology points and associated meridians on the foot to restore the body to its natural balance, prevent ill health and assist relaxation. This comprehensive handbook includes: * the history of reflexology and the Chinese meridian therapy * an explanation of how reflexology and the meridian theory work * illustrated step-by-step reflexology treatments for specific ailments * treatments of meridian disorders * case histories.

This is the second edition of a highly successful book - the only one available on this topic. The first edition was written by a well-known massage therapist and author, Gayle MacDonald. For the second edition Gayle has brought in a co-author, Carolyn Tague. Both are well-known and highly respected in the field of hospital massage therapy. The second edition focuses solely on the adult patient and has new chapters on aromatherapy massage, end-of-life care, cultural sensitivity and understanding the therapeutic relationship between patient and practitioner. It also incorporates new sections on addiction and neurological disorders, as well as the most recent research from around the world. The new edition is highly illustrated with full color photographs and drawings, including many new illustrations.

This title features a full-colour laminated poster.

Mouse and her animal friends are rudely disrupted from the comfort of their homes by a big storm! Waking up away from home, together they must find their way back despite feeling scared and lost. Written in rhyme along with easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions for giving simple hand reflexology to a child, this book will help parents soothe children, especially those who experience anxiety or have sensory regulation difficulties. Beautiful illustrations accompany the reflexology techniques which are easy to use to provide a calming experience to a child. No prior reflexology knowledge is required.

Full-colour laminated poster. The complete classical reflex zones of the foot in a visually enjoyable and efficient presentation. All the reflex zones of the top, sides and sole of the right and left foot can be localised on the first side. On the back of the chart a number of massage techniques, from general relaxation or stimulation of energy flow to specific manipulations against a number of daily health troubles, are well explained and illustrated.

Focussing specifically on reflexology of the hands, this book covers all the information needed for effective practice, increased understanding of theory, and skill development. Fully illustrated with photographs and diagrams, expert author Nicola Hall describes the positions and functions of the reflex areas in each hand, and covers the basics of body and hand anatomy. She introduces a wide range of techniques and explains how they relate to each reflex area, as well as exploring which reflex areas to target in order to treat common conditions and disorders. In addition to basic hand reflexology, other traditions are described, including Meridian therapy, Korean Hand Reflexology, Vertical Hand Reflexology, Synergetic Reflexology and Nail Reflexology, giving practitioners and students a complete overview of the modality.

This beautiful poster gives detailed reflexology information for both the hands and the feet, side by side.

Los Angeles' remarkable ethnic diversity has brought more than exotic food and rich cultural traditions--it's led to a wealth of incredible (and incredibly inexpensive) therapeutic massage treatments. Gail Herndon and Brenda Goldstein, both health-care professionals, spent five years visiting Southern California's Thai, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Indian, and Hawaiian spas, and they share the details on their favorites. They explain the treatments and their benefits and tell you where to go, what to expect, how to tip, even where to park and where to eat in the neighborhood. A beautifully photographed and designed gift for adventurous Southern Californians.

This is full-color laminated poster. On the front side, it contains a map of the reflex zones on the palm and the back of the right and left hands. At the back of this chart, some examples of common ailments that can be treated are given, as well as a detailed explanation of the massage methods and techniques.

Vertical Reflexology for Hands is the companion volume to Lynne Booth's ground-breaking Vertical Reflexology. That book introduced Lynne's revolutionary technique that provides deeper access to reflex points so that the treatment is quicker and more effective than conventional reflexology, providing results in just 5 minutes. In her new book Lynne explains how vertical reflexology can work powerfully on reflex points on the hands and nails. Explains the extraordinary healing possible from hand reflexology. Provides detailed diagrams of the key reflex points on the hands. Details a step-by-step self-help treatment guide for common ailments. Provides ground-breaking material on nail reflexology - a new area of reflexology research which has achieved amazing results in treating complaints of the nervous system

One of the most defining physical characteristics of humanity, the hands contain reflex zones and pressure points related to the systems and organs of the body just like the feet. The reflex zones and points of the hands present the most effective means of treating psychological and neurological disorders due to their sophisticated relationship with the brain. Applying her ground-breaking combination of reflexology and craniosacral therapy to the hands, Dr. Martine Faure-Alderson explains how to use hand reflexology to treat the brain and each of the body's systems, from the digestive system to the human energetic system. She provides precise full-color mapped hand diagrams illustrating the exact placement of the points according to the bones of the hands, the result of more than 40 years of research and clinical practice. She explains how to use the occipital zones of craniosacral therapy to pinpoint which zones and points on the hands to treat. Examining the psychological level of brain-hand interactions, the author reveals how neurological dysfunctions and mental disorders respond more readily to hand reflexology than to other forms of therapies. She explains how many physical ailments have a psychological component and how reflexology automatically triggers the release of endorphins by working directly on the autonomic nervous system.

This is full-color laminated poster. On the first side, five illustrations of the foot: views of the right and left soles, the top of the foot, the internal side and the external side where all the reflex zones can be localized. At the back of the chart, some examples of common ailments that can be treated are given, as well as a detailed explanation of the massage methods and techniques.

This text is appropriate for those practitioners already using this technique and for those who have yet to discover it. "Precision Reflexology" holds the same rationale as other forms of reflexology. It focuses on stimulating 'reflex points' on the feet to maintain good health. Precision work connects to a person energetically, responds to the needs of each individual and aims to maintain natural balance. It does not rely on physical pressure but, at the same time, it can be powerful and effective. It can be taught in its own right or it can be adapted to enhance other forms of reflexology in post-graduate training. It provides an added dimension to a treatment and reflects an Eastern approach to healthcare. This book offers a step-by-step guide, with illustrations and charts for its application.

Reflexology has become one of the most popular and accessible alternative health therapies. It is based on the ancient principle that each part of the body has a direct relationship to a point that is massaged on the foot. Reflexology can be used to revitalise energy, reduce stress, and to relax and heal the body. It can bring relief from common problems such as headaches, insomnia, kidney stones, high blood pressure, menstrual cramps and excess weight in a relaxing, comfortable and easy-to-learn way. Contains over 250 easy-to-follow drawings; Provides clear descriptions of the reflex points and basic techniques; Gives a reference list of common ailments and the reflexology techniques to relieve them; Includes special advice for those with stress, sports injuries, the elderly, couples, children, women and those with addiction problems; Offers a comprehensive guide to reflexology, and will be welcomed by everyone who would like to learn how to use their hands for healing

It is possible to rub certain zones of your face to relieve a backache or the beginnings of a migraine. It is likewise possible to stop a common cold from developing in less than a minute. Facial reflexology, one of the simplest and most effective healthcare methods, provides rapid relief for many of these common ailments. Developed in 1980 by Vietnamese doctors in Ho Chi Minh City as a less invasive alternative to facial acupuncture, facial reflexology uses healing principles based on the I Ching and Buddhist teachings. The therapy is simple enough that it can be self-administered by a beginner with immediate results and is also a valuable tool for healthcare professionals. In Facial Reflexology Marie-France Muller introduces this healing practice to the English-speaking world for the first time. She describes the mechanics of facial reflexology--facial diagnosis, facial pressure points, reflex zones, massage and pressure techniques--and provides healing routines both for treating acute ailments and maintaining overall good health. Included is an extensive dictionary of more than 200 common ailments, accompanied by therapeutic instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams of the points to be stimulated, for complaints such as indigestion, asthma, pinched nerves, fatigue, insomnia, menstrual cramps, migraines, high blood pressure, sprains, pulled muscles, and even the common cold.

A guide to reflexology treatments combined with complementary therapies to restore energetic balance, relieve pain, and support healing. Expanding the practice of reflexology beyond the feet and hands, Ewald Kliegel illustrates how to precisely and quickly treat different emotional and physical disorders with an integrated combination of reflexology and complementary therapies. Applying the fundamental principles of reflexology to the entire body, he provides more than 30 full-color maps of reflex zones from head to toe, including reflex zone systems of the ears, mouth, tongue, fingernails, and torso. The author details reflexology techniques for each reflex zone and discusses how to incorporate essential oils and gemstones during active touch and reflexology sessions, including the benefits of crystal massage for post-stroke recovery. Drawing on international advancements in reflexology, including the work of craniosacral reflexologist Martine Faure-Alderson, Russian researcher Alexander Kachan, Chinese biologist Zhang Yingquing, and Korean physician Tae Woo Yoo, Kliegel examines how to integrate Yin-Yang massage strokes, metacarpal reflexology techniques, Korean Hand treatments, and craniosacral massage principles into reflexology treatments to restore energetic balance, relieve pain, and support healing. Providing a truly holistic and integrative approach to reflexology, Kliegel reveals many different hands-on paths to healing that embrace the energetic interconnections of mind and body.

Mouse finds a new house and calls upon her woodland friends to help her to make it a cosy home, but will it be ready in time for winter? Combining reflexology with delightfully engaging rhymes and illustrations, this book features easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions for giving basic reflexology to a child during a bedtime (or anytime) story. This unique book, written by a specialist maternity reflexologist, uses this non-invasive complementary therapy to help strengthen the bonding process between parent (or carer) and child and offers a gentle remedy for problems such as sleep difficulties, anxiety and mild pain. No prior reflexology knowledge is required.