Reflexology Plain & Simple: The Only Book You'll Ever Need

by Sonia Jones

Overview

Reflexology is an ancient healing system that helps relieve existing health conditions and detect future ailments. Reflexology Plain & Simple introduces the history and basics of this form, from beginner's techniques to more specialized treatments and the use of aromatic oils. Discover which areas of the feet and hands correspond to the body's tissues, glands, and organs; how much pressure to apply and when not to proceed at all; and how to get started indulging friends, family, and even yourself or move on to your own practice. Detailed instructions guide you through each step of the process and helpful hints throughout provide additional insight.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781571747907
Publisher:	Red Wheel/Weiser
Publication date:	01/01/2018
Series:	Plain & Simple Series
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Sonia Jones, ND trained as a nutritional therapist and reflexologist in the UK and as a naturopath in Australia. Sonia is the owner of the Haven—a health spa, fitness center, and hotel in Panama—and works with a team of practitioners with vast experience in treating and helping guests from all over the world regain their health. Sonia is the author of three books and an entrepreneur of her own brand of totally natural and organic skin care products.

Table of Contents

Introduction viii

1 What Is Reflexology? 1

2 The Benefits of Reflexology 9

3 Healing Caveats 21

4 Reading the Feet 27

5 The Zones 35

6 Reflexology in Practice 45

7 The Balls of the Feet 53

8 The Toes 59

9 The Middle of the Foot 65

10 Below the Waist Line of the Foot 71

11 Getting Started 83

12 Foot Reflexology 95

13 Self-Help and Essential Oils 119

Conclusion 130