{"id":53642,"date":"2015-06-05T14:21:00","date_gmt":"2015-06-05T12:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/?p=53642"},"modified":"2015-09-04T16:46:25","modified_gmt":"2015-09-04T14:46:25","slug":"alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternative Therapies: Reflexology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Reflexology<\/strong> is a form of therapy in which the therapist applies <strong>pressure<\/strong> to specific points of the feet, hands or ears. It is believed that the <strong>points correspond to different organs and systems<\/strong> which, when pressed, have beneficial effects on the organs and the patient\u2019s general health.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/#Is_reflexology_also_a_form_of_diagnosis\" title=\"Is reflexology also a form of diagnosis?\">Is reflexology also a form of diagnosis?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/#What_type_of_conditions_can_be_treated_with_Reflexology\" title=\"What type of conditions can be treated with Reflexology?\">What type of conditions can be treated with Reflexology?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/#Are_there_patients_that_shouldnt_use_Reflexology\" title=\"Are there patients that shouldn\u2019t use Reflexology?\">Are there patients that shouldn\u2019t use Reflexology?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/#What_are_some_of_the_points_and_areas_of_Reflexology\" title=\"What are some of the points and areas of Reflexology?\">What are some of the points and areas of Reflexology?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-reflexology-barcelona\/#Where_can_I_find_Reflexology_in_Barcelona\" title=\"Where can I find Reflexology in Barcelona?\">Where can I find Reflexology in Barcelona?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_reflexology_also_a_form_of_diagnosis\"><\/span><strong>Is reflexology also a form of diagnosis?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No. <strong>Reflexology<\/strong> is used solely as a form of treatment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_conditions_can_be_treated_with_Reflexology\"><\/span><strong>What type of conditions can be treated with Reflexology?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/14654103064_51ee7a0aed_o.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-53630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/14654103064_51ee7a0aed_o-255x300.jpg\" alt=\"l\" width=\"255\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a>Reflexology<\/strong> can be used as a form of treatment for problems such as anxiety and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/dance-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stress<\/a> disorders, PMS, menstrual problems, joint pain, joint mobility, infertility and loss of libido, sleep problems, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, degenerative, sinus, skin, breathing and blood sugar disorders, toxin build up, low immunity, circulatory problems, hormonal imbalances, ear disorders, irregular blood pressure and problems with digestion and elimination (IBS, allergies, flatulence\u2026).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reflexology<\/strong> can also be used to treat <strong>emotional problems<\/strong>, as it helps release painful memories, reduces the symptoms of depression, relieves stress, calms anger, frustration and impatience, increasing positive emotions such as happiness, joy and enthusiasm.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_patients_that_shouldnt_use_Reflexology\"><\/span><strong>Are there patients that shouldn\u2019t use Reflexology?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. People with current <strong>thrombosis or embolisms<\/strong> should\u00a0not be treated with <strong>Reflexology<\/strong> since this form of therapy improves circulation and could potentially cause a blood clot to move to the heart or brain. People with foot fractures, unhealed wounds or \u00a0active gout on the foot also shouldn\u2019t use Reflexology.<\/p>\n<p>Those with vascular disease of the legs or feet or with osteoarthritis that impacts the foot or ankle should speak to their primary physicians before using reflexology.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_of_the_points_and_areas_of_Reflexology\"><\/span><strong>What are some of the points and areas of Reflexology?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main areas used for <strong>Reflexology<\/strong> are the hands, feet and ears. The points in the left foot, for example, correspond to the left side of the body and all organs and valves in that area. Points in the right food correspond to the right side of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/alternative-therapies-osteopathy-barcelona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">body<\/a> and the right side organs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_Reflexology_in_Barcelona\"><\/span><strong>Where can I find Reflexology in Barcelona?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/refl2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-53626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shbarcelona.com\/blog\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/refl2-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"refl2\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a>Beyoga<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Calle Buenos Aires 52.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reflexologia Hol\u00edstica Barcelona<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Portal Nou 26<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/edireflex.associacio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Edireflex<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Calle Bonsoms 43.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: none;\"\n    class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-valign-bottom kksr-align-left \"\n    data-id=\"53642\"\n    data-slug=\"\">\n    <div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    <div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <div class=\"kksr-legend\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate us!<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reflexology is a form of therapy in which the therapist applies pressure to specific points of the feet, hands or ears. 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