If you think reflexology deals entirely with the feet, so it would be too awkward for you to do on your own at home, then you might consider hand reflexology instead. This is easier to learn, and you will have many resources available to you. Naturally, there are books on sites like amazon.com, or local or online courses that you can sign up for, but have a look at youtube.com and other video sites first. You’ll see demonstrations of the different philosophies, such as the Korean techniques taught at Solaris Massage in Kansas, or the more massage-related methods of massagenerd.com.
If you want to pick up some books, then as soon as you do a search for “hand reflexology” on a site like amazon.com, you’ll notice certain names coming up quite often. Barbara and Kevin Kunz have been researching, writing about and practicing the technique for many years, and they have produced a wide array of books, ebooks, charts and kits. They write a blog, and they even have an iPhone app to download so you can carry your hand or foot charts with you wherever you go.
Another book that consistently gets rave reviews is “Hand Reflexology: Key to Perfect Health” by Mildred Carter and Tammy Weber, an American mother and daughter writing team of certified therapists in the field. If you visit Mildred Carter’s official website you will find general information about the practice and the tools you can use, but you will also see several other books there as well, dealing with reflexology of the feet and body, another branch of this alternative approach.
You may also explore the subject by reading the books of Michael and Louise Keet. The book you’d likely be most interested in would be “Hand Reflexology: Stimulate Your Body’s Healing System,” but they have written others as well. In fact, Louise has written “The Reflexology Bible” and is Principal of the London School of Reflexology, teaching courses that lead to certification, while Michael is Principal of the Central London College of Reflexology. Through their books, the benefits of this practice can cross the ocean and benefit you as well.
Another place to check for information would be your state association, or the Reflexology Association of America (RAA). These organizations can often point you in the direction of schools where you can get full certification if you want to take your interest that far. What is beneficial about looking into schools that are endorsed by these associations is that you can be sure the learning institutions were required to live up to certain standards before this endorsement was given. So you can learn this art to any level of complexity you wish; websites, books and instructors can perhaps bring you to the level of certified therapist.
David writes on a variety of massage techniques and products that help promote a healthy body and mind. If you enjoyed this article, you might be interested in his opinion on the benefits of a chair back massager or a chair massage pad.
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