Positive Health Online

An Introduction to Precision Reflexology

by Jan Williamson

Precision Reflexology is one form of reflexology and, as such, it holds the same rationale as other forms of the therapy. It focuses on stimulating "reflex points" on the feet in o...

Coping With Stress

by Mary Martin

This column focuses on the benefits of Reflexology as a non-invasive way of coping with stress and why many people are opting for this therapy.

Cranio Sacral Reflexology

by Dr Martine Faure-Alderson

The author writes about the development of Cranio Sacral Therapy, and being qualified in Reflexology as well, has herself developed the application of reflexology principles to Cra...

Gentle Touch of Reflexology

by Sue Ricks

Gentle Touch of Reflexology™ (GTR) is an extension of traditional reflexology practice, based on softer, more subtle techniques developed by Patricia Morrell. It works on the princ...

How Reflexology Evolved

by Mary Martin

This article traces the history of Reflexology which evolved (and is still evolving) from the ancient technique of acupressure introduced to the Chinese. The surviving source of al...

Integrating Colour with Reflexology

by Pauline Wills

Reflexology and colour therapy have their roots in the distant past. As individual therapies, they have tremendous therapeutic value. When used in conjunction with each other, they...

Intuition and Sound Reflexology

by Helen Perkins

Helen Perkins, a professional reflexologist, trainer and Bowen technique therapist, describes how she expanded her knowledge of reflexology to develop intuition and sound reflexolo...

Problems Affecting Muscles and Joints

by Mary Martin

Mary Martin demonstrates how Reflexology can be used to treat problems affecting muscles and joints.

Reflexology - A Second Look

by Ingrid Sahai

This second look at reflexology follows the article in issue 9 of Positive Health and aims to enlarge upon the theory and practical application of reflexology.

Reflexology - Caring for Older People

by Lynne Booth

Reflexology is suitable for older people, as it helps circulation, normalizes bodily functions and can aid detoxification. It is easily accessible, as only the shoes need to be rem...

Reflexology and Shoulder Issues

by Lynne Booth

Shoulder problems are some of the most common conditions that people present to complementary practitioners and medical doctors. Many people complain of muscular tightness around th...

Reflexology and Trauma

by Mary Martin

Using case examples, Mary Martin illustrates how reflexology can assist in post-operative care by speeding up recovery, healing scar tissue and alleviating long-standing post-opera...

Reflexology Around the World

by Beryl Crane

An expert's roundup of international reflexology practices, by the chairperson of the Reflexologists Society and president of the International Council of Reflexologists.

Reflexology as a Diagnostic Tool

by Mary Martin

According to the author, who also helped found the Association of Reflexologists in 1984, many patients consult her because other methods of treatment have proved unsatisfactory....

Reflexology for a stress-free Christmas

by Hazel Goodwin

Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive therapy, deeply relaxing and restoring and a great way to reduce stress and tension.

Reflexology for skin disorders

by Beryl Crane

The skin problems that a reflexologist may come into contact with include: eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, urticaria, seborrhoea, shingles, erythema and ringworm.

Reflexology for Stroke

by Polly Hall

Stroke is a major cause of disability and death in the UK, and this article describes the positive role that reflexology treatment can play in the recovery process. Qualified refle...

Reflexology from the Grassroots Up

by Candice Caradoc

Candice Caradoc describes the career of established reflexologist Lynn Hatswell who from small beginnings became involved in developing the practice of reflexology in Australia and...

Reflexology in Conception, Pregnancy and Postnatal Care

by Elena Barbiero

The author of this feature is a qualified Reflexologist and also a mum, so has a unique approach to the use of Reflexology for mums and mums-to-be. Pregnancy Reflexology is a recog...

Reflexology Practice - Moving into the New Millennium

by Sue Ricks

This article looks at the history and practice of Reflexology over the past two decades. In recent years, reflexology has come to be recognized more as a 'complementary' rather tha...