The massage into a full reflexology

you apply precise pressure with your thumb or forefinger to each specific point. You can use either a static pressure or a "walking" technique, in which you bend and then straighten your thumb to move it forward. Hold the foot firmly with one hand, and work with your other thumb, using the edge of the thumb, just by the nail. Press firmly for about 3 seconds, then move on. Work systematically first on the right foot and then on the left.

Do not use oil for reflexology because this will make your fingers slip. Just lightly dust your partner's feet with talcum powder or use nothing at all.

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A complete reflexology treatment takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour. It is very important to have short nails for reflexology.


The reflexology sequence

I am going to show you a brief sequence as a simple introduction to reflexology. You can build on this to expand the massage into a full reflexology session.
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Passive movements: begin the sequence by rolling and twisting the foot from side to side between your palms. This will help to relax and warm the foot before you start on the pressure techniques.

Diaphragm: support the top of the foot with your right hand and "walk" the thumb of your left hand along the diaphragm line, just under the ball of the foot.
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Spine: use your thumb to apply static or mdsyu5wq "walking" pressures from the heel of the foot to the big toe, while your other hand supports the top of the foot.

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Head: work up each toe in turn, starting with the big toe and finishing with the little toe. Use your fingers to support the toes and your other hand to support the top of the foot. The big toe has many pressure points that affect the head, and treating this along with the other toes will help anyone with congested sinuses. A friend of mine who used to suffer from chronic sinusitis now has regular treatments before the hayfever season.