Short-term therapy for long-term wellbeing


Physical effects
Reduces muscular tension
Relieves fatigue
Increases energy or reduces tension
Promotes refreshing sleep
Strengthens natural self-healing mechanisms

Emotional and mental effects
Promotes calmness and a sense of well-being
Relaxes the body and mind
Relieves stress
Soothes emotional distress

Reflexology is thought by some to complement the natural functionality of body systems. The list below summarizes some of the enhancing effects that reflexology is believed to have on the following body systems:

Supplies nutrients for repair, new cells and growth

Supplies oxygen and nutrients
Takes away waste
Relaxes muscle tension

Increases oxygen and nutrient supply
Stimulates nerve cells
Helps repair and create new cells
Pain control

Stimulates movement of mucus in lungs and airways
Stimulates removal of waste products
Increases supply of oxygen to the rest of the body

Stimulates reproductive glands to help with hormonal problems
Clears blockages of the pelvic area in females

Stimulates the kidneys to function more effectively by filtering and retaining substances
Regulates the salt:water content of blood

Stimulates repair and creation of new cells throughout the body

Stimulates movement of lymph
Helps with removal of waste products
Helps fight infection

Stimulates muscle action and peristalsis and aids smooth passage of food as it is digested – helps with digestive disorders
Encourages liver to pass unwanted substances to kidneys for excretion

Stimulates all glands, and especially brings relaxation, which supports the healing process in all other systems

Stimulates healing of wounds
Supplies nutrients and oxygen for repair and creating new cells