Reflexology
The Definitive Practitioner’s Manual
Recommended by the International Therapy Examination Council for Students and Practitioners
BERYL CRANE
I would like to dedicate this book to my husband of 43 years, who I love dearly for his patience, understanding and love, which were sorely tested throughout the time that this book was in the making.
Contents
Aims of this book and how to use it
1 A brief history of reflexology
The history of the zone concept
2 A holistic approach to medicine
The concept of holistic medicine
The zones and the divisions of the feet and hands
Western medicine and complimentary medicine working together
3 Basics of consultation and diagnosis
The fundamentals of good practice
Support and care of the client
4 Basics of the reflexology treatment session
Preparation of the client and yourself
Relaxation techniques, support techniques and protective hold procedures
‘Back-up’ or cross reflexes, or zone-related reflexes
Interpretation of painful reflex points
Reactions to expect during treatment
Reactions that may arise between treatments
Anatomy and biomechanics of the foot
The systems of the body and their respective zones on the feet