History of Reflexology

In a sense, reflexology is as old as man. Before the days of concrete man often walked barefoot or, if wearing shoes of some kind, would walk over rough ground, and in so doing would have massaged the reflexes of the feet. This would naturally correct any of the imbalances that were in the body and helped man to maintain good health.

From the early records found we can learn that the Chinese, Japanese, Indians, Russians and Egyptians all used a primitive form of Reflexology some 3000 years ago. Through some of the hieroglyphics and picture writings we are able to piece together the way in which they used their knowledge to heal the sick and preserve the dying.

Dr. William Fitzgerald

The first advancement of modern zone therapy however, can be attributed to an American physician and surgeon named Dr. William Fitzgerald. In 1913 Dr. Fitzgerald started his studies in zone therapy and, although he was well respected in his line of work, received a lot of opposition and scepticism.