A full-color illustrated and comprehensive study guide for reflexology
• Provides detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables
• Offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies
• Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3; exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies
• Includes a study outline for each chapter as well as review and multiple choice questions
Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that encourages the body to balance and heal itself. It involves applying finger or thumb pressure to specific points on the hands and feet. Called “reflexes,” these points reflect, or mirror, the organs and structures of the body as well as a person’s emotional health. In this way, the hands and feet are “mini maps” or “microcosms” of the body that can be used to encourage holistic healing.
Presenting the most complete reflexology study guide available, this full-color illustrated textbook is designed for use both in the classroom and as a home study resource. Ideal for students of reflexology up to levels 2 and 3, it exceeds the curriculum requirements of all the major awarding bodies as well as meeting the current National Occupational Standards for reflexology.
Providing detailed and accurate anatomical drawings, zone and reflex maps, and muscle tables, the book outlines each body system, explaining how, when, and why to work the reflexes. It explores foot reflexology, hand reflexology, as well as meridian therapy and offers extensive basic pathology of all body systems, including case studies, allowing the student to develop interpretive diagnostic and treatment planning skills. Each chapter also includes a study outline as well as review and multiple choice questions.
Offering a comprehensive guide to the theory, philosophies, and history of reflexology, this book will encourage students to develop understanding and confidence in their reflexology practice.
Author(s): Hull, Ruth;
Edition: 3
Publisher: Inner Traditions International, Limited
Language: English
Commentary: Complete Reflexology Guide, Full-color illustrated and comprehensive study guide for reflexology
Pages: 768
Tags: Complete Reflexology Guide, Full-color illustrated and comprehensive study guide for reflexology
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1
What is Reflexology?
History of Reflexology
Theory of Reflexology
How Does Reflexology Work?
Stress and Its Effects on the Body
Effects of Reflexology
Contraindications and Cautions to Reflexology
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 2
Foot Reflexology
Structure of the Leg and Foot
Mapping the Body onto the Feet
Reading and Interpreting the Feet
Case Studies: Reading the Feet
Reflexology Techniques
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 3
Hand Reflexology
Structure of the Forearm and Hand
Mapping the Body onto the Hands
Reading and Interpreting the Hands
Case Study: Reading the Hands
Reflexology Techniques
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 4
Applied Reflexology
Overview of the Human Body
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Endocrine System
The Chakra System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Lymphatic and Immune System
Digestive System
Urinary (Renal) System
Reproductive System
Male Reproductive System
Female Reproductive System
Integumentary System and the Special Senses
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 5
Meridian Therapy
Yin/Yang
Five Elements
Qi and the Fundamental Substances of the Body
Meridians
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 6
Diseases and Disorders
Diseases and Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System
Diseases and Disorders of the Nervous System
Diseases and Disorders of the Endocrine System
Diseases and Disorders of the Respiratory System
Diseases and Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
Diseases and Disorders of the Lymphatic and Immune System
Diseases and Disorders of the Digestive System
Diseases and Disorders of the Urinary (Renal) System
Diseases and Disorders of the Reproductive System
Diseases and Disorders of the Integumentary System and the Special Senses
Chapter 7
Clinical Practice
Preparing Yourself as a Therapist
Preparing Your Environment
Laws and Legislation
Working With a Client
Reactions (Contra-actions) to Reflexology
Case Study
Reflective Practice
Study Outline
Multiple-Choice Questions
Chapter 8
Exploring Reflexology and Other Complementary Therapies
Taking Reflexology Further
Other Complementary Therapies
Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions
Bibliography
Glossary
Index
