Reflexology: How it can Help Cancer Patients?

Reflexology, and art of massage that can heal the body from within, rejuvenate it and strengthen the immune system. In most cases, a reflexologist uses a mapped chart, where reflex points are highlighted showing a connection between a reflex point and body organ.

But, this is not it; reflexology is much more than what we actually think, it has deeper penetration and can treat severe diseases, such as, diabetes and cancer.

What reflexology can do for cancer patients?

A recent study of reflexology offers the strongest evidence yet, that if done right it can treat cancer patients. According to the same study, reflexology Dubai, can help cancer patients in managing their symptoms and side effects of medicines on a regular basis. In fact, according to the study reflexology can be used a complimentary treatment to reduce side effects of medicines in cancer patients.

Reflexology is based on an idea of stimulating reflex points that are directly connected to body organs, muscles to treat a certain medical condition. The study conducted on the efficiency of reflexology involved 385 women undergoing chemotherapy or hormonal therapy to treat breast cancer at an advanced stage. The women were divided into three groups, where one group was treated by a trained reflexologist, a second group was given foot massage sessions, where it was meant to act as a placebo, while the last group was only treated with conventional medicines. The participants were surveyed after 5 and 11 weeks to check their symptoms and medical conditions.

The first group of cancer patients was observed to show a decline in breath shortness, a very common symptom of breast cancer. Perhaps, due to improved circulation and breathing they can perform their tasks on a daily routine. However, the effects are physical and not psychological, which means that it can affect positively.

The second group, where the ‘placebo’ foot massage was given, patients showed reduced levels of anxiety and stress, an unexpected result. Unlike the first group which was actually treated with a real foot massage. The discovery stunned the doctors and now they are researching on the effects of reflexology sessions given by a family member (who is trained by professional Reflexologists).

According to the same study, reflexology cannot treat or reduce the symptoms of pain and nausea (caused by chemotherapy), may be due to the high dosage of medicines provided to patients, reflexology failed to reduce their side effects.

Reflexology can treat cancer patients is still a question, researchers are struggling to find the answer, however, its efficiency in reducing the side effects and lower anxiety levels often caused by harsh cancer medicines and procedures.

Reflexology Dubai: A complete and holistic treatment For Body

Reflexology has recently introduced in Dubai and many take it another type of foot massage. If you are one these people, let me share some interesting fact with you to enlighten your mind. This article will clear all myths about reflexology and clear all its benefits.

 

Reflexology a holistic treatment, but how?

Reflexology is a technique in which a trained therapist applies pressure to specific points on the hands, feet and in some case ears. These areas are the reflex points for all major organs, and when they are massaged in particular motion, they relieve pain or bring back the balance. When your body is not working properly, there must be deposits of minerals, uric acid, and calcium in the reflex points which disrupts the proper circulation of blood. And a skilled reflexologist uses particular movements to break these built-up and help restore the body’s natural condition.

Moreover, reflexology Dubai offers deep relaxation and reduces stress levels, which are the ultimate cause of various ailments and disorders. Relaxation is the first thing one can do to prevent stress – and reflexology offers ultimate relaxations even if you take 20-minute session only. To reduce stress levels, therapists often work on reflex points and reduce blood flow and calm stressed nerves which result in ultimate relaxation.

The science of reflexology is to stimulate those reflex points that are associated with all body organs and to release stress and blockage.

Reflexology can be applied on hands, and ears, but many Reflexologists prefer working on foot reflexes, however, people who do not like their feet touched can enjoy hand reflexology. The ultimate purpose of reflexology is to provide relaxation to the body and that is why reflexologist avoids any discomfort by offering different choices, such as, some people prefer feet while some prefer hands. But it should be in your mind that ear; hand and feet have reflexes, so there won’t be any issue in the efficiency.

Benefits of reflexology:

At this time, more and more people are looking for alternative methods to treat their ailments, and they prefer reflexology because of its great benefits. Moreover, reflexology has no side effect because it contains only hand movements and no oral medicines are suggested. Reflexology is considered safe yet effective because it works with body’s natural alignment. Reflexology can treat chronic stress, diabetes, digestive issues, heartburn, acid reflex and many others. Reflexology often acquires a professional therapist, especially if it is used to treat certain disease, but this can be learned to be used at home.

People living in Dubai prefer massages, but reflexology has much more to offer. Reflexology is not yet a famous treatment in Dubai, but it is possible to get information from the internet.

Tips to enjoy your first reflexology session

Stress and anxiety are two major causes of today’s illnesses such as headaches, backache, constipation, IBS and insomnia. There are many patients suffering from such diseases because of their lifestyle and they only end up having lots of tablets in their stomach every day – I would say this is the worst feeling ever as these medicines just worsen the situation. Many of us are looking for alternative ways to heal their mind and body and to rejuvenate their selves – I know many of us heard about reflexology and honestly, it is not new in multi-cultural countries like Dubai, but it is equally true that many of us have no idea how beneficial they can be. Moreover, many of us have no idea how we can enjoy the benefits of reflexology in the hectic life of Dubai. Here are some very important benefits one can get from a reflexology session with the comfort of home.

Quick mood lifter

If you are feeling low, hyper, angry, disappointed or stressed, you can boost your mood easily with the help of reflexology – simply bring the endocrine system back to balance by working on the reflex for the pituitary gland and hypothalamus. To activate these reflexes simply massage both of your thumbs or toes slowly. This area can be sensitive, but gentle regular massaging strokes can do the job – simply focus on the widest part of the thumb or toe.

Bring back the energy:

If you are a victim of Blue Monday or partied hard or generally feeling lethargic, low on energy, you can simply bring back your energy by activating adrenal glands. To do this, you need to focus on the areas on the feet or hands that connect to the adrenal glands, which are the inner/middle sides of hands or feet. This will help you in various ways such as regulate the metabolism, reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and also heal the sluggish intestines.

Stay alert:

To boost the mental health or simply living in the moment, reflexology can do this too and within a few minutes. To do this simply moves your fingers around the base of your big toe or thumb. The focus on this reflex will help you in losing weight, rapid heartbeat, nervousness, dry skin and to control cholesterol levels. This reflex is known as third ovary and known to have a high influence on women’s health.

Keep stress at bay:

Are you dealing with stress, tension (physical or emotional) reflexology has one solution for you as well. Simply massage the reflexes which co-relates to your nervous system – to do this simply roll your finger over the tips of your toes and massage the inside of your foot – this will release the tension on the spine, and helps in reducing pain linked with PMS, constipation and headache. The reason is a spinal cord is responsible for sending millions of messages back and forth between the body and the brain while the spinal nerves connect to the body’s organs, structures, and glands. And a tension on these muscles or ligaments will cause pressure, which will further lead to stress.

Some DIY Reflexology Techniques To Make Your Life Easy

Stress and tensions are causing our health much harm than any other factor. Most of us agreed that our backache, constipation, IBS, headaches and insomnia is caused by cumulative stress and routine tensions. Especially If you are living in Dubai, you will surely understand even shopping can be a stressful activity, especially being a women you can understand the situation better how stressful it is to choose from a range of products. How to get rid of devastating stress is what I want to share in this article.


Reflexology can be your ultimate life saver as it can help you in getting rid of stress just like you expect from medicine. I know the overwhelming effect of a full reflexology session, but most of the time it becomes difficult to visit a practitioner. So, here are some DIY reflexology techniques that can be slotted into the most hectic schedule.

Quick mood booster

Troubled with mood swings? Simply give yourself a mood boost by bringing back the balance in your endocrine system. To stimulate the reflex of your pituitary gland and hypothalamus, massage your thumbs on both hands and toes.This will boost your mood like within a few minutes you will feel rejuvenated and very relaxed.

 

Beat stress and lethargy

Honestly, the more we take the stress, the more we feel lethargic and low on energy. To give you an energy lift, focus on the areas on the hands and feet, which are related to the adrenal glands. By stimulating this area you can regulate your metabolism, reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and provoke sluggish intestine. To stimulate adrenal gland, massage the middle inner sides of your hands and feet.

Stay mentally alert

Feeling concentration issues or simply wants to stay mentally alert? Stimulate reflexes that are related to thyroid gland. To do this, you use your thumb to move around the base of the big toe or thumb. This area is linked to weight loss, alertness, dry skin, cholesterol and a rapid heartburn. This gland is also called the third ovary and has a big impact on women’s health. Which means this reflex is the center point of your health, stimulate it whenever you get time.

 

Banish tension

In case you want to banish physical or emotional stress, simply massage the reflex point relative to your nervous system. The spinal cord transmits massage back and forth between body and brain, while the spinal nerves connect to the body’s glands, organs and structures. We all know that any abnormal tension on the muscles or ligaments will cause pressure on the spinal nerve. For enhanced working brain, roll your finger over the tip of your toes and to release spinal tension massage the inside of your foot. Massaging these areas will help you heal constipation and PMS pain.

Overall health boost

Honestly, reflexology has a lot to offer you even if you do not have a particular health problem, you can still cherish its relaxing benefits. It will help you in maintaining a good health and keep you fit through out the day.