Hand Reflexology

Hand Reflexology is perhaps not so well known as Foot Reflexology, yet it is equally effective in relieving stress and tension, balancing the body and improving nerve and blood supply.

There are reflexes on the hand which relate to all organs, glands and parts of the body.  By stimulating these reflexes using special thumb and finger techniques, a Reflexologist can bring about positive health benefits to the client. 

Not all Reflexologists are trained in Hand Reflexology, however the International Institute of Reflexology believes that Hand Reflexology is a vital skill for a professional, and all of our Reflexologists are trained in the subject.

Hand Reflexology can be carried out virtually anywhere - on a bus, a plane and even in the street in the event of an emergency! It is excellent as a First Aid tool.  I can also show you how to do hand reflexology on yourself in between treatments.

In the USA, Hand Reflexology is offered as a therapy on its own, whereas in the UK, we tend to use Hand Reflexology as an addition to a Foot Reflexology treatment, or when the feet cannot be worked upon for a particular reason.

The hands are not as sensitive as the feet and the reflexes are much deeper, however a Hand Reflexology treatment is just as effective.

This is the Hand Chart that IIR-Qualified Practitioners use for pinpointing the reflexes on your hands.

© 2005 Jessany Hughes, MIIR (Reg'd), BEd (hons)