reflexology

noun

re·flex·ol·o·gy | \ ˌrē-ˌflek-ˈsä-lə-jē

Definition of reflexology

1 : the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes

2 : massage of the hands or feet based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body

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For the past hour, Dewa has been pinching me (hard!) between my toes, a reflexology thing, and kneading my flesh to coax the Kundalini energy up from the base of my spine through my chakras. — Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, "Finding the Bali You Came For," 16 Nov. 2018 Services that will be offered are manicures, pedicures, chair massage, facials and reflexology. — Courant Community, "Community News For The Stafford Edition," 8 May 2018 The 90-minute Mindful Massage is designed to be clarifying and deeply relaxing, incorporating a scalp massage with warm rose quartz crystals, breathing and visualization techniques, foot reflexology, and, of course, a full body massage. — Natalie B. Compton, GQ, "Spring Clean Your Winter Bod at These Wellness-Focused Luxe Hotels," 29 Mar. 2018 This winter, neighbors are still fundraising to complete the park, which will include a reflexology path. — Beth Nordlund, Anchorage Daily News, "From off-leash dogs to reflexology paths, neighbors have plans for Anchorage parks," 31 Jan. 2018 Afterward, soothe aching muscles at Aura Spa on Main Street, which offers everything from balancing hot-stone massages to reflexology. — Christina Pérez, Vogue, "A Weekend in Park City, Utah: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play During Sundance," 18 Jan. 2018 The Exhale Spa offers reflexology and Thai stretching. — Condé Nast Traveler, "Gansevoort Turks + Caicos," 20 Oct. 2017 Her little baby… is just, like, sleeping while knitting… and her toddler is like giving her a reflexology massage. — Lisa Przystup, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Rise of Picture-Perfect Motherhood," 27 Sep. 2017 His offerings of Chinese herbs to build my immune system, a referral for reflexology for hormonal balance and relaxation, meditation, and dietary changes — all felt good. — Author: Mary Katzke, Alaska Dispatch News, "Cancer survivor testifies to the ways of healing," 23 Sep. 2017

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