You may have heard of reflexology massage, a type of massage therapy and energy work concentrating attention to the hands and feet in an effort to stimulate healing properties throughout the body. Face reflexology is similar to the more widespread practice of foot and hand reflexology, only face reflexology uses Andrean body maps to locate stimulation points on the face that are correlated with specific organs or organ systems. Like traditional reflexology, this practice involves the stimulation of these points on the face as a method of stimulating self-healing responses in other parts of the body.
Face reflexology goes beyond this simple massage technique. Face reflexology is comprised of the combination of three unique practices: acupressure, the Chinese theory of energy meridians and the ancient practice of Andrean body mapping. Every treatment involves a soothing cleansing of the face using rose water followed by a gentle massage (using fingertips) of facial acupressure points. The 12 energy meridian points are then stimulated through a different kind of massage. The session ends with a massage tailored to the results of body mapping and a health assessment, focusing on the areas of your face which will trigger a healing response in the parts of your body that need the most attention. Most sessions last 50 to 60 minutes.
Face reflexology can be used to treat specific ailments, but it is mostly used as a general healthcare practice. The massage techniques used will improve circulation, encourage drainage of the lymph nodes and make your complexion brighter and clearer. You should feel relaxed, yet invigorated at the end of your reflexology session.
 | Reflexology massage is the practice of applying pressure to specific areas of the hands and feet believed to correspond to other parts of the body in order to relieve stress and tension and increase the flow of endorphins. |
 | Reflexology has been practiced in one form or another for thousands of years. More recently, studies regarding the scientific basis behind reflexology began in the early 1900s in both Russia and Europe. |
 | A general reflexology massage will benefit your entire body much like a full body massage. |
When many people are in some type of physical pain, he/she often pays a visit to the doctor's office or even a trip to the hospital. But what if this pain is taking place in the feet? Are there any procedures for feet problems? The answer is yes. |
A regular massage session is known to benefit the body and mind in revitalizing the energy flow of our bodies. From time to time, you may find certain parts and functions of your body requiring specific attention that may not necessary be related to muscles and joints and in this case, you may want to consider a reflexology massage to target that particular area. |
