How reflexology can be used to treat dementia?

Reflexology has been used from ages to treat diseases and ailments (it has been used in ancient Egypt), and now it is widely accepted to be used as an alternative and supportive treatment. According to physicians reflex points in the hands, feet and ears have a strong connection with the whole body.

Reflexology Dubai is considered as a relaxing treatment that reduces anxiety levels and induces healing in the body. A reflexologist uses his/her thumbs and fingers to apply pressure on reflex points to stimulate energy in them.

The Body heals itself and when the reflexology massage is applied to it, its ability to heal increases.

Why hand reflexology is used for dementia treatment?

According to a senior reflexologist, who offers reflexology sessions along with mind games to Alzheimer’s patients’ share her experience of using reflexology. “initially I started using hand reflexology because it looks easier to apply on patients, keeping in mind that I will use foot reflexology in the future after patients get used to with hand movement, but then I realized and assessed the results of hand reflexology and they were remarkable.” After that I have started using hand reflexology and now seeing improvement in severe cases.

Dementia is a very frightening diseas and introducing a relaxing treatment to the patient may need patience, but once they get used to of the relaxing movement it becomes possible for hard strokes and longer sessions. With the help of reflex stimulating movements, it is possible to reduce anxiety levels in patients.

The benefits of reflexology on Alzheimer patients and dementia would be:

A 10 to 20 minute session has proven reflexology benefits, as it is observed that people find more calm, and relaxation, even many of them were smiling and enjoying their state of being.

It comforts senior people who often feel lost, confused and depressed. In patients suffering from mild cognitive issues often find that reflexology has healed their problem and bring their mindfulness back.

In many patients who are suffering from mid-level dementia is observed to show improvement and also in some cases, the growth of the disease is stopped.

Stress and anxiety are always having their negative effects on cognitive ability and if they are not treated in the early stages they often cause severe dementia. With the help of reflexology, now it is possible for us to help patients suffering with chronic stress and anxiety. And with the deeper levels of relaxation, now it is possible for us to treat their acute illness. Reflexology is very beneficial in treating diabetes, high blood pressure and digestion problems. People suffering from obesity can find reflexology their best mate because with its help they have reduced the weight in stones. It is advised for everyone, even who are healthy because it can act as a preventive health treatment.