Reflexology, also known as zone therapy, is a pseudomedical practice involving the application of pressure to specific points on the feet, ears and hands using thumb, finger and hand massage techniques without oil or lotion. It rests on a pseudoscientific system of zones and reflex areas said to reflect an image of the body, and there is no convincing scientific evidence that it is effective for any medical condition.
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Reflexology is categorized as a naturopathic and complementary medicine technique.
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1. Wikipedia
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and hand massage techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a pseudoscientific system of zones and reflex areas that purportedly reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work on the feet and hands causes a physical change to
2. Reflexology (Wikipedia)
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Reflexology was introduced to the United States in 1913 by William H. Fitzgerald, M.D. (1872-1942), an ear, nose, and throat specialist, and Edwin F. Bowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did reflexology come to the United States, and who brought it?
In 1913, through William H. Fitzgerald and Edwin F. Bowers.
According to the Wikipedia article on reflexology, it was introduced to the United States in 1913 by William H. Fitzgerald, an ear, nose and throat specialist, together with Edwin F. Bowers. The atlas records it as a pseudomedical practice, and this entry describes its history only. It is not medical advice.
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