Frequently Asked Questions

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1. How does reflexology work?
      
2. What does Reflexology do?
      
3. How does it work?
      
4. Can I use reflexology if I am also seeing a physician?
      
5. Does reflexology replace medical treatment?
      
6. What kind of ailments will the therapy help?
      
7. Does Reflexology cure diseases or ailments?
      
8. If reflexology does not treat disease, what can it do for me?
      
9. Is it safe? What if I have a serious ailment such as heart trouble, diabetes, or cancer?
   Yes. It is safe for anyone from newborns to mature adults. If a licensed health care provider such as a medical or naturopathic doctor is managing your condition, it is important that you discuss the consequences of any therapy (including reflexology) with this person before you commence treatment. This is particularly appropriate if your condition involves an organ transplant, an implanted device (such as a pacemaker), or is acute.
      
10. Can Reflexology make a condition worse?
       
11. Is Reflexology the same as Massage, Acupuncture, Acupressure or Shiatsu?
       
12. If I don't believe in reflexology, will it still be effective?
       
13. How long is a typical session?
       
14. What will I feel during the session?
       
15. What kind of reactions should I expect after the session?
       
16. Is reflexology new?
       
17. How often can I have reflexology?
       
18. Is there any scientific basis to reflexology?