What is reflexology, indications and contraindications, types of techniques

Reflexotherapy treatment: indications and contraindications, basics of the procedure

Reflexotherapy is an effect on the active points of the human body. A similar procedure can be used for therapeutic and preventive purposes. Special needles, low-voltage electric current and laser beams are used to carry it out. There is a reflexology treatment using metal balls, plates, bitter wormwood cigarettes and stones. The considered procedure is one of the few alternative therapies that is recognized as effective and safe even by representatives of official medicine.

Indications and contraindications for reflexology

There are several different methods of administering the type of treatment in question, and all of them can be studied. Gava Luvsan's "Essays on Eastern Reflexology Methods" will come in handy - the book is written by a specialist, an experienced doctor who has mastered the technique of treatment by influencing the active points of the human body. At the same time as acquiring theoretical knowledge, it is necessary to remember the indications and contraindications for reflexology.

What pathological conditions of the body require the intervention of a reflexologist:

• nervous diseases - neuralgia and neuritis with neuroses;
• epilepsy;
• radiculitis;
• chronic fatigue syndrome;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• problems with the functionality of the organs of sight and hearing;
• dermatological pathologies;
• diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract.

In some cases, reflexology is appropriate in the treatment of gynecological diseases and digestive system problems. In addition, it is the effect on active points that helps to quickly and effectively get rid of pain syndrome, even intense and acute.

It should be emphasized separately that the considered method of treatment is also used for hormonal system failures. For example, computer reflexology of the thyroid gland is effective, and it often becomes the only possible treatment option.

And one more important point - periodic exposure to active points helps to solve the problem of a child's developmental delay. We are talking about microcurrent reflexology for speech delay in children. If the problem is not the result of pathological damage to the brain, then reflexology will help to solve it.

Doctors do not advise holding a reflexology session on the day when magnetic resonance imaging and X-ray are scheduled. Contraindications include the newborn period, as well as alcohol addiction in the acute phase.

Methods of reflexology

There are quite a few of them, but the foundations of modern reflexology are a few of the most popular:

1. Acupressure. Active points are influenced mechanically by fingertips or some special tools and devices. This method has a positive effect on metabolic processes and accelerates the recovery of the body after a long illness or surgery. During the procedure, the patient's skin is not damaged.
2. Auriculotherapy. The specialist uses needles to "work" with active points located on the auricles. This does not mean that the procedure can help only with diseases of the ENT organs - on the contrary, auricular therapy for osteochondrosis and other problems with the musculoskeletal system is recognized as the most effective.
3. Acupuncture is an effective option using metal, silver or gold needles. Acupuncture can have a tonic and soothing effect. This method can be used for self-treatment as well - the price of needles for reflexology is low, and special manuals will help you understand the basic principles of the procedure.
4. Microcurrent reflexology. It literally makes the muscles and the musculoskeletal system work, stimulating the delivery of the necessary impulse signals to the brain. A doctor massages reflexology points on the feet of patients with cerebral palsy. The technique is effective for speech delay and movement disorders.
5. Laser reflexotherapy. Active points are affected by a laser beam. This method is especially effective in the treatment of acute and chronic inflammatory diseases, post-traumatic syndrome and degenerative or dystrophic changes in tissues.

Recently, the considered method of therapy is used in cosmetology practice. That's what it's called - facial reflexology, which allows you to increase the tone of the skin, making it more elastic and elastic. The effect of facial wrinkles.

Reflexotherapy is one of the most modern areas in official medicine, although, for example, in China, this treatment has been used for several centuries in a row. Similar methods are approved by science and practicing doctors. They are included in the therapy scheme, but are considered only as additional measures.

You can learn more about the effect on the active points of the human body and make an appointment in the reflexology office at the clinical center on the pages of our website https://dobrobut.com/ .

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