We walk by foot. Feet are likened to a human's
second heart ,because they reflect the flaws
in the body. A mere 5-10 percent defect in
the body, and you will be able to detect it from the font." Sound incredulous? Yet, think about your previous illnesses and you will recall the time when your parents first felt your feet to find out if they were cold. If they were, chances are you were unwell.
According to Acharn Somboon Rungrojsakulporn, President Foundation for Development of Foot Reflexologist (Thailand), if you turn up your soles, and put them side-by-side, you will get the shape of a person standing on his feet as if every part of the body is being copied onto the feet.
The soles of the feet are divided into different sections; the left is linked to the heart, spleen, kidney, etc. and the right to such organs as liver, gall bladder and appendix, among others. The top of the foot meanwhile gives one the map of the jaw, tonsils, diaphragm, etc., and the sides are linked to the nose, neck bone, spinal cord, and coccyx, all located on either half of the body.
Reflexology is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt and China more than five millennia ago. Unfortunately, the emergence of modern medicines has gradually displaced oriental, holistic and alternative medicines.
"People today immediately reach for painkillers as soon as they get a headache. But resorting to painkillers is addressing the consequence. Oriental medicines tend to do the opposite, by addressing the cause of an illness in its search for reasons in the world," says Acharn Somboon.
Natural therapy is divided into three groups: food, energy and physical structure. Applying pressure on foot reflex is also founded in this science. This involves a process in which pressure is applied to reflex points on the soles that correspond to every part of the body. By doing so, any disharmony in the body surfaces is restored accordingly. Foot massage only induces relaxation from left to right or top to side of the sole.
In effect, foot reflex massage has to do with the adjustment of the body's seven systems, including the bowel and urinary, neurological, hormonal, sensual, spinal, immunal, and lymphatic. The reflex points in the foot to which pressure is applied either by fingers or knuckles are commonly known as reflex receptors. Altogether, there are 62 such reflex receptor points. Each serves as the reflex receptor for 62 individual organs and 62 senses. Through blood circulation, a properly stimulated reflex point reflects the health of the organ directly corresponding to that particular reflex point.
The correct body temperature is re-regulated once pressure is applied to the reflex point. Any waste is also discharged and, in the process, the immune system is restored. Therefore, if all body organs are properly stimulated to their normal condition, a person is likely to be in good health. Regular blood circulation and proper functioning of the body receptors will help fend off
the likelihood of paraplegics and paralysis; the body hormone is adjusted and the bones as well as the muscles are normalized at the same time.
Have you ever noticed that people in the old days or the elderly in rural areas are in good health although they often walk barefoot? The reason for this can be attributed to the fact that each day they tramp over dry branches and grass, which give them the reflexes unbeknown to them.
Now you realize how important your feet are to your health. Therefore, it is about time they were given due attention. Follow the simple way of ensuring that they always remain warm. Otherwise, something has gone awry. Then, make sure there is no cracked skin, corns or roughness: correct these if necessary. Shoes are also important. Avoid high heels under any circumstance. Likewise, one is advised to avoid overly tight shoes, as they can affect the shoulders and, as a result, obstruct breathing. Finally, be sure to clean your feet before you wash your face.Today, people working in foot reflexology have banded together under Association for Development of Foot Reflexologist (Thailand), an organization dedicated to information, research and the promotion of natural therapy through the Natural Therapy Conservation and Promotion School on Charoenkrung Road, opposite Charoenkrung Soi 99, in Kwaeng Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Ko Laem District, Bangkok. For more details, call 0-2688-8776
Have you ever noticed that people in the old days or the elderly in rural areas are in good health although they often walk barefoot? The reason for this can be attributed to the fact that each day they tramp over dry branches and grass, which give them the reflexes unbeknown to them.
Now you realize how important your feet are to your health. Therefore, it is about time they were given due attention. Follow the simple way of ensuring that they always remain warm. Otherwise, something has gone awry. Then, make sure there is no cracked skin, corns or roughness: correct these if necessary. Shoes are also important. Avoid high heels under any circumstance. Likewise, one is advised to avoid overly tight shoes, as they can affect the shoulders and, as a result, obstruct breathing. Finally, be sure to clean your feet before you wash your face.Today, people working in foot reflexology have banded together under Association for Development of Foot Reflexologist (Thailand), an organization dedicated to information, research and the promotion of natural therapy through the Natural Therapy Conservation and Promotion School on Charoenkrung Road, opposite Charoenkrung Soi 99, in Kwaeng Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Ko Laem District, Bangkok. For more details, call 0-2688-8776