Reflexology to relieve tension in the back

How many people are looking for a way to relieve their back! The reflexology It has proven to be very effective for this purpose. Massaging the inner edge of the footfrom the fingers to the heel, it is possible to affect the spinal column by reflex action.

Following this imaginary line, the big toe represents the head, the center of the foot corresponds to the center of the back, and the bottom towards the heel reflects the lower part of the back. If you remember this map, it is not difficult to interpret which problems in the spine indicate the most sensitive points.

In fact, by pressing certain reflex points on the feet, a good reflex therapist can improve sciatica and low back painas well as alleviate herniated discs.

How to give the massage

Although you can give yourself massage in the feet, the maximum benefit is obtained when someone gives it to us, be it a therapist, a friend or our partner. The person receiving the massage lies down or sits comfortably and places their feet on a cushion.

The person who is going to perform the massage sits down and holds the other’s feet in his lap. You should keep your thumbnails short so you can press with the fingertips. For the same reason, massage oils are not recommended as the skin becomes slippery.

Always start by rubbing the inside edge of each foot, from the middle up and down, to warm up and stimulate the spine. Then we proceed to press different points of its journey, especially influencing the most sensitive ones.