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    THE ORIGIN OF REFLEXOLOGY

    Ayurveda, a unique mode of treatment using herbs, mineral, oils, metals. different elements and body
    manipulation to affect a cure for different maladies and illness. started in INDIA ABOUT 6.000 years ago
    and it spread to SRI LANGKA. JAPAN and CHINA

    From which SHIATSU or FINGER PRESSURE developed in JAPAN and ACCUPUNCTURE in CHINA, both are
    inspired practice of ACCUPRESSURE, manipulating different points of the body. lt was widely spread yet
    dormant for 1,000 years till rediscovered in 1900.

    Dr. William Fitzgerald researched on Reflexology, with direct pressure producing anesthetic effect on
    different body parts. He had a system divide the body into zones or channels and meridians.

    Associates like Dr. Edwin Bowes, Dr. George Starr White and Dr Joseph Riley Shellby made their
    contributions. Eunice lngram developed Foot Reflexology. So reflexology was developed by medical
    practitioners but originated in the orient east.

    DEFINITION OF REFLEXOLOGY

    Study of reflex points of the body in relation to the rest of the body science of the body manipulation
    wherein a positive response is affected is brought out. A gentle healing system when applied properly.

     Safe and simple


     Has lasting effect
     No side effect
     Prophylactic, defense. deterrent
     Benefits whole body
     Soothing and enjoyable
     Readily available

    RULES OF REFLEXOLOGY

    1. Do not treat a patient within 30 minutes before and after meal


    2. Do not treat a pregnant patient especially in their first tri-mester
    3. Do not treat an intoxicated patient
    4. Do not indulge in small talk during the session
    5. Do not diagnose
    6. Do not make promises
    7. Do not palpate sensitive areas like thoracic, abdominal and pelvic areas
    8. Do not discuss another patient with another
    9. Do not involved sexually with your patient
    10. Do not borrow things or money from your patient
    11. Do not Press against bones
    12. Do not press against calluses.
    13. Do not press traumatized areas
    14. Do not apply pressure beyond tolerable limits
    15. Do not rub, pinch, stab, slap or knead
    16. Do not smoke or eat during treatment
    17. Do not Prescribe medication

    Dos

    1. Dress in a respectable manner


    2. Cut nails to a minimum and keep them clean
    3. Bring all you need for the treatment
    4. Partake a food and drink only when offered
    5. Be courteous and Professional.
    6. Answer question when asked and ask question only when you must
    7. Leave soon after the treatment and when you have set the next appointment
    8. Maintain therapist/patient relationship
    9. Be punctual
    10. Be accurate
    11. Have eye contact
    12. Check cuts, corns, calluses and other signs of injury
    13. Apply dessert before session

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