Discovering The Benefits Of Reflexology Oakland

By Frank Green


Zone therapy is one of many alternative healing forms in the field of holistic medicine. Also, known as reflexology Oakland, the practice involves pressure to the hands and feet with specific finger, thumb and hand techniques without the use of lotions or oils.

The practice is based on a pseudoscientific system of reflex areas and zones which exist on the hands and feet that reflect different areas of the body. As such, the practice is also based on the premise that by providing massage and energy work to these areas, doing so can have positive effects on the body. While this is the case, there has been no evidence which shows reflexology to be effective in curing or eliminating medical conditions.

As with other practitioners involved in different forms of holistic medicine, reflexologists believe the different areas of the feet correlate to different parts of the body. With this in mind, practitioners apply gentle pressure to these areas in hopes of eliminating issues in others. Most often, these issues are due to energy blockages in the life force energy field sometimes known as Qi or chi.

Zone therapists and reflexologists often divide the body into 10 vertical equal zones. These include five zones on the right side and five zones on the left side of the body. While beneficial to reflexologists and other energy workers, medical professionals often share concern that individuals seeking out holistic treatments will fail to contact a health care provider for more serious illnesses.

Zone therapists often believe there are blockages to the invisible life force energy field which cause a number of ailments and disease. As such, it is also believed if these blockages can be eliminated, individuals can heal and return to happier and healthier lives. For, once the blockages are removed through reflexology, the feet send messages to the central nervous system which releases endorphins and other chemicals which have been proven to alleviate pain and reduce stress.

The hypotheses, provided by individuals working in the fields of alternative and holistic medicine are rejected by most medical doctors and scientists. In most cases, the rejection is due to the lack of scientific research and data which can prove the practice works. While this is the case, there have been a number of studies which indicate the practice has the power to eliminate migraines, calm anxiety and reduce stress.

Claims that practitioners can manipulate energy have never been supported by science. For, there is no scientific proof that Qi, chi or life energy exist in the body. Whereas, practitioners and clients often report having experienced this energy first hand. While the medical professionals and scientists may reject this form of holistic healing, there are a number of satisfied clients whom would most likely disagree.

Zone therapy is used in a number of different countries. In fact, Denmark host so many practitioners that it is one of the most used forms of alternative medicines in the country. In 2005, a survey showed that 21.4 percent of the Danish population had experienced reflexology at some point and time while 6.1% had seen a reflexologist within the last year.




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