The basis of foot massage

The usage of reflexology, a traditional Chinese technique used for healing of the body and to unwind the muscles, is the basis of foot massage, and if you have had frequent colds, headaches, joint or muscle pain a quality foot massage might be just the thing you need.
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How Does It Work?

The foot massage, which is also known as the sole massage, is the technique of massaging specific areas on the foot so that you can cure certain diseases. Reflexology based in China suggests that each section of the foot is associated to an internal organ, and that this area will heal the organ through the use of massaging the foots specific spot that is associated with the organ that is damaged. This makes the process unlike most other body massages because your therapist will only be rubbing areas on your feet, but you can feel the effects in all other corresponding parts of your body.
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Your session will probably start by soaking your feet in a hot water bath and a mixture of Chinese herbs which nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Your therapist will typically use strong, fast movements (commonly with the use of their knuckles) to work your feet, which is undoubtedly a change from the long sliding type of movements that you will typically feel for a Swedish massage or a sports massage. A body lotion or oil can also be employed during your foot massage to help you feel more at ease.


What Can You Expect During Your Session?
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When your therapist touches an area of the foot that induces and discomfort in you, they are more than likely to share with you the reasons you are experiencing any discomfort, and provide you with tips for healing that specific organ that might be giving you problems. For example mfgyjk12de, if you have stomach or abdominal pain, you might be having a problem with the liver or kidneys, which is suggested by the sensitivity of an area on the foot, the same holds true even for headaches as well as fatigue.

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If your therapist touches an area too fast or too deeply, it can cause discomfort because your muscles contract automatically, which can also be indicative of health problems that you might not be aware of. During the session, you should begin to feel much better, because the spot on your foot, which is causing you problems should start to feel better at the end of your session.