The study of Anatomy and Physiology from a Reflexology perspective
©1999 The American Reflexology Certification Board

 


Anatomy and physiology of the body is for the most part, the same for each individual.   Likewise, the study of A&P is similar with most disciplines.  However, the theory of body systems and application of techniques by the practitioner in Reflexology is different than other professions.

 

Reflexology A&P consists of the interconnection between:

  • The systems of the body and their functions

  • the foot as a structure (i.e., nerves tissues, biomechanics)

  • the map of the reflexes in the feet (i.e., reflexes as they anatomically are reflected on the feet)

  • pathology in relation to the systems

  • energy pathways, and

  • how all of the above are affected by stimulation of the feet.

The study includes:

  • Hands on application

  • palpation of landmarks of the feet

  • identification and reflexing of reflexes and other tissue in relation to the theory of the body being replicated on the feet, and

  • the innate ability of the body to balance itself physiologically and through energy pathways.

The A&P mechanisms by which Reflexology works includes, but is not limited to:

  • The nervous system

  • subtle energy systems & energy pathways

  • circulatory  and lymphatic systems

  • sensory stimulation

  • biomechanics

  • zones

  • the relaxation response.

These differences are what makes Reflexology unique and a separate discipline from other professions.

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