Hand Reflexology Massage
What is reflexology on the hands?
Hand reflexology is a gentle form of massage therapy that focuses on specific areas and pressure points across the palms, fingers and backs of the hands. Also known as reflexology on the hands, the treatment uses controlled pressure and massage techniques and is often chosen as a relaxing, non-invasive therapy.
How Does a Hand Reflexology Massage Work?
During a hand reflexology massage, the therapist uses their thumbs and fingers to apply varying levels of pressure across different areas of the hands.
The treatment can include the palms, fingers, thumbs and backs of the hands. Pressure is adjusted throughout the session according to your comfort, with the aim of creating a relaxing and comfortable treatment experience.
What Are the Benefits of Hand Reflexology?
Some of the main benefits of reflexology for hands are:
- Can provide a relaxing treatment experience
- May help you feel calmer and less tense
- No need to remove clothing, although watches and jewellery should be removed
- Offers an alternative for people who may prefer hand reflexology to foot reflexology
- Gentle pressure can be adjusted according to individual comfort
- Can be incorporated into a wider relaxation and wellbeing routine
- Reflexology points on the hand
Reflexology points on the hand correspond to various organs and systems within the body. The palm represents the body’s core, while fingers and thumb host reflex areas for the sinus, brain, and head. The area below the fingers connects to the chest and lungs, while the base of the thumb relates to the neck and upper body. During hand reflexology, the therapist applies pressure to these different areas as part of the wider reflexology technique.
What to expect with reflexology on the hands?
Reflexology on the hands is performed in a comfortable reclining chair (or couch), so there is no need to remove any clothing. The hands reflexology therapy consists of precise movements using the reflexologists thumbs and fingers with a variety of pressures and techniques.
What Is the Difference Between Hand Reflexology and Foot Reflexology?
Hand reflexology and foot reflexology follow similar principles but focus on different areas of the body. Choosing between a hand reflexology massage and foot reflexology is often a matter of personal preference and comfort. The reflexes can be deeper within the hand tissues, so more pressure may be required. Choosing between a hand reflexology massage and foot reflexology is a personal choice rather than a medical choice.
Please allow up to 60 minutes for reflexology of the hands.
If you are unsure whether our reflexology on hands massage is right for you, then you should consider booking either a consultation or a FREE telephone call with our principal chiropractor, who can help you decide your next step.