What is Reflexology?

"Reflexology is the application of specific pressures to reflex points in the hands and feet"
Source: - William Fitzgerald (1872 - 1942)

"Whilst the art of reflexology dates back to Ancient Egypt, India and China, it wasn’t until 1913 that Dr William Fitzgerald introduced this therapy to the West as ‘zone therapy’. He noted that reflex areas on the feet and hands were linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone."
Source: The Association of Reflexologists

"Along with other natural therapies, our orientation in the use of reflexology is to support the body in it's own healing process, to strengthen the body, so that it is able to draw upon it's own recuperative resources to heal itself. This orientation of most reflexologists has, in part, evolved out of political necessity. It is currently illegal for a reflexologist to diagnose, prescribe, or, treat for specific conditions. These activities are restricted to licensed health care practitioners: medical doctors, naturopathic physicians, etc.. Consequently, we find ourselves, along with chiropractors and other natural therapists, with the orientation of supporting the body in its process of healing itself."
Source: The Pacific Institute of Reflexology

Reflexology Resources & Practitioners

Alternative medicine has been used by people in other cultures for many years.  Some treatments are very effective for some people.  Others may only work because the patient believes they will work, much like the way placebos sometimes work in medical experiments.  However, we believe that the more you know about the options, the more you will be able to make intelligent, informed decisions about the medical treatment, which may be right for you and your particular medical conditions.  Please read our disclaimer.

Association of Reflexologists - The AoR is a member of the Reflexology in Europe Network and the International Council for Reflexologists and provides up-to-date information on reflexology worldwide.
 

American Commission for Accreditation of Reflexology Education and Training - an independent, non-profit, IRS tax exempt, legally constituted entity whose goal is to promote, advance, and uphold standards in education for the profession of reflexology in America.

New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics - a non-profit organization consisting of a School, a professional, as well as, student Clinic and a Natural Remedy Store.

Have questions about Reflexology?

We recommend that you review the information on this website, look at the alternative medical treatments on the appropriate websites, do your own independent research, talk with your doctor or other medical professional and learn as much as you can before making the decision that is right for you.  We are not qualified to answer medical, behavioral or health related questions, so please do not ask.