How Can Reflexology Help Alleviate a Headache

Reflexology is a complimentary therapy whose principles are based on the reflexive action of organs, tissues, glands and other body parts. This reflex action is triggered by pressure applied to certain points on the feet and hands that correspond with to other zones in the body. Points on the left hand and foot correspond to organs on the left side of the body, whilst organs on the right hand and foot do so to those organs on the right.

Whilst the hand itself contains seven reflex sections, it is the feet that are more often practiced upon, as well as occasional points on the ear. By massaging or applying pressure to these specific points, the Reflexologist is enabled to release any blocked energy flow that may be causing any illness or condition such as a headache.

1. How Can Reflexology Help Alleviate a Headache?

Reflexology works to relieve a headache by:
__Releasing any muscle tension around the cervical spine
__Reducing the stress and tension often responsible for many types of headaches.
__Improving nerve function.
__Enhancing blood circulation to all glands and organs in the body.
__Assisting the body in maintaining homeostasis.

2. Foot Reflexology Points for Headaches

A reflexologist may relieve headaches by working the spinal reflexes, including points on the:
__Medial side of the right foot corresponds to the right side of the spine
__Medial side of the left foot corresponds to the left side of the spine
__Upper medial edges of both feet correspond to the cervical spine.

3. Hand Reflexology Points for Headaches

There are many reflex points on the hand a reflexologist may address to relieve a headache. Some of these include:

__The bottom and sides of the fingers that correspond to the neck and shoulder muscles.

__Tender areas all over the thumb. NB: Practicing reflexology on the thumb (or big tow) may help to relieve cluster headaches by reducing associated swelling at the base of the skull in the neck.

__The tops of each finger, which may relieve allergy-related headache symptoms.

__The fleshy part between the thumb and first finger, which corresponds to the head and brain.