Reflexology is a type of therapy performed by a physiotherapist or acupuncturist that uses the stimulation of points on the body, called nerve plexuses, such as the feet, hands, nose, skull and ears, to combat physical and mental problems.
Foot reflexology is the most widely used type of reflexology and consists of applying pressure to points on the foot to balance the body's energy and prevent the onset of illness and health problems.
Normally, the physiotherapist presses several regions of the foot with his thumb, looking for energy imbalances that can be manifested by sensitivity in the spot or sensation of sand under the skin. After finding the points of imbalance, the physiotherapist does a small massage that stimulates the natural healing processes of the affected area.
Foot reflexology map
Reflexology for anxiety
Reflexology for anxiety helps to calm the individual during a panic attack. See the step by step:
- Step 1: Hold the thumb with the fingers of one hand and the thumb of the other hand, climb from the base to the tip of the thumb. Repeat the movement, in parallel lines, for 1 minute; Step 2: Hold the thumb with the fingers of one hand and with the thumb of the other hand, draw a cross to find the center of the thumb. Place your thumb, press and describe circles for 15 seconds; Step 3: Bend the foot back with one hand and with the thumb of the other hand, make the lateral movement, as shown in the image. Repeat the movement 8 times;
- Step 4: Bend your foot back and with the thumb of your other hand, go up to the base of the fingers, as shown in the image. Make the movement for all fingers and repeat 5 times; Step 5: Place 3 fingers under the protrusion of the sole and press that point lightly, with both thumbs, making small circles, for 20 seconds; Step 6: Move the side of the foot with your thumb as shown in the image, repeating the movement 3 times.
In addition to this massage, to control anxiety it is important to do activities that you like, practice physical exercise such as walking and avoid negative thoughts.
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