Stimulating the nerve endings connected to the various body systems is believed, by many, to achieve many beneficial results including:
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Stress Reduction: When stressed our body's defences break down and we become more susceptible to sickness and disease. Reflexology relaxes the body, thus helping it to balance itself.
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Improved Circulation: Blood needs to flow freely throughout the body carrying oxygen and nutrients to all the cells and removing the waste products of metabolism and other toxins. By reducing stress and tension, reflexology allows the cardiovascular vessels to conduct the flow of blood naturally and easily.
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Stimulated Nerve Function: By stimulating the more than 7,000 nerves in the feet, reflexology encourages the opening and clearing of neural pathways. It interrupts pain pathways, therefore reducing pain.
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Improved Immune System: Reflexology stimulates the lymphatic system thus reducing risk of infection. It cleanses the body of toxins and impurities and also stimulates the production of endorphins, leading to an improved immune system and sense of well-being.
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Increased Energy: Reflexology revitalises energy throughout the body by relaxing and opening up energy pathways.