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Introduction to Reflexology
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Introduction to Reflexology

Relaxation Techniques
Created byCalynda Triffo
Last updated 4/2023
English

What you'll learn

  • Discover the history of foot reflexology
  • Identify the zones of the foot
  • Getting ready for the foot reflexology relaxation technique
  • Foot Reflexology Relaxation Technique

Course content

1 section • 15 lectures • 52m total length

  • Discover Reflexology Zones4:02

    In reflexology, the foot is divided into five zones.

    Zone 1 - Big toe

    Zone 2 - Second toe

    Zone 3 - Middle toe

    Zone 4 - Fourth toe

    Zone 5 - Baby toe


    The big toe is also divided into 5 zones with zone 1 being closest to the edge of the medial side of the toe, while zone 5 is on the lateral side of the big toe.

  • History and Theory of Reflexology8:45

    This chapter is the theory of reflexology. We will cover:


    1. What is reflexology

    2. What foot reflexology therapists DO NOT do

    3. Introduction to the founders of reflexology in North America

    4. Pressure

    5. What a healing environment should look like

    6. Factors affecting tenderness

    7. Possible cleansing responses to a treatment

    8. Understanding the healing crisis




  • Getting Prepared For The Reflexology Relaxation Technique9:03

    Before diving into relaxation techniques, you must ensure you are prepared.

    The client should be comfortably relaxed in a chair. The only thing that needs to be removed are socks.

    - Baby wipes or a warm cloth can be used to wipe the feet

    - You will need two hand towels to wrap the feet

    - Cornstarch can be used if your hands or their feet are sticky.

    Be sure there is support under the recipient's knees and their head is comfortable with a pillow. A blanket can be offered.

    When sitting, you should be able to use a chair that slides under the recipients' feet so that your elbows are at a 90-degree angle when working. You may need to use pillows or a different chair to ensure you are comfortable for the session.

  • Foot Reflexology Relaxation Technique Overview6:01

    These are the relaxation techniques to be used during the session


    This is the sequence for the method:


    • Gentle Sweep

    • Five Zone Pressure Point

    • Snow Plow

    • Side To Side Friction

    • Knuckle Roll

    • Plantar & Dorsal Stretch

    • Circumduction

    • Butterfly Stretch

    • Alternate Thumb Cross Overs

    • Spinal Twist

    • Relaxation ending to session: Solar Plexus Push

    • Energizing ending to session: Alternate Solar Plexus Push

  • Full Relaxation Technique Training20:25
  • Gentle Sweep0:20

    Lightly holding the dorsal and plantar side of the foot, start at the ankle and rub both sides of the feet with gentle yet firm pressure sliding off the toes and repeating three times.

  • Five Zone Pressure Point0:57
  • Snow Plow0:18
  • Side to Side Friction0:13
  • Knuckle Roll0:49
  • Plantar and Dorsal Stretch0:49
  • Circumduction0:14
  • Butterfly Stretch0:23
  • Alternate Thumb Crossovers0:20
  • Solar Plexus Push0:18

Requirements

  • 18 years old - no prior experience is required
  • A zero gravity chair, massage table to reclining chair that will allow recipients to recline back far enough so that you are able to get your knees under the foot rest to work comfortably.
  • Must have computer access and basic computer skills to maneuver through the modules
  • Baby wipes to clean feet
  • Cornstarch or unscented lotion to allow hands to move smoothly over the feet
  • Have a curiosity about reflexology and how to do relaxation techniques properly
  • Ensure your fingernails are short
  • A blanket and two hand towels for the feet.

Description

What Is Reflexology?

It's the study of reflexes. If you can imagine massage meets acupuncture without the needles or needing to press directly on tender and sore spots, with the only thing required being to take your socks off, that's what it's like to experience a foot session.

Reflexology can be done on the feet, hands, ears or face. In this mini-session, we will be using the feet.

This mini foot reflexology relaxation technique course has been created for people learning the basics to offer a quick 20-minute session focused on helping participants relax.

In the course, you will learn the following:


  • The History of Reflexology

  • Zones

  • Getting Prepared For The Session

  • Learning the Foot Reflexology Relaxation Techniques

I'm excited to share my knowledge and experience with you.

NOTE: This training is specifically for helping you do mini sessions for yourself, family or friends. It will not certify you as a professional foot reflexology therapist.

It is also important that recipients do not have any conditions that increased circulation could cause a problem such as a recent stroke or blood clots. It is recommended that people taking medication or have medical conditions check with their healthcare professional before having a reflexology relaxation session.

Who this course is for:

  • People curious about reflexology and would like to learn simple relaxation techniques.
  • Beginner wanting to understand the history and theory behind reflexology
  • People wanting to know enough reflexology to help release tension for themselves, friends or family

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