Part 2 of 2
Now that you know about all the ways that reflexology can benefit your health, I am going to show you how to perform it on yourself with this simple foot massage!
- The first step is to sit in a comfortable but firm chair. Lift one foot and place it on the knee of the opposite leg, allowing you to easily rub and massage the bottom of that foot. Be sure to keep your back straight and avoid slouching.
- Next, refer to your Acupressure Foot Chart (below, or click here) to identify the part of your body you want to treat. For instance, if you’re experiencing neck pain, locate the number associated with the “neck” area. Then, find the corresponding area on your foot that is labeled with the same number. This is the part of your foot you’ll focus on.
- After finding the corresponding area on your foot, use the tip of your thumb to apply deep pressure and knead that area for 1-2 minutes. Then, repeat the process on the opposite foot using the opposite thumb.
- Repeat this process for any other area on your body that you want to treat.
You can perform this type of massage every day. However, the pressure points will gradually get used to the stimulation, making it less effective over time. Therefore, after 10 consecutive days of reflexology, it’s recommended to take a 3-4 day break to allow the pressure points’ tolerance to reset.
Give this pressure point massage method a try if you’re dealing with any aches, pains, or ailments, and share your reflexology experience with us in the comment section.
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