Edward Kiti.P, Chief reflexologist,
Pattaya Reflexology Centre
Treating painful illness with foot massage may sound like a return to the Dark
Ages, but to some it has proven to be a heaven sent cure to their sufferings.
Millions of people around the world have benefited from this ancient therapy and
it has been published in more than 40 languages.
The introduction of this health method by the Pattaya Reflexology Centre has
opened up a new chapter in health care for the health conscious living in the
Eastern part of Thailand.
Reflexology originated in China some 5,000 years ago. In those days, the Chinese
doctors conducted diagnosis and treatment of illness on the patient’s hands and
feet. This ancient art is also found in an Egyptian tomb drawing that depicts
four people; one is being treated with foot massage and a second with hand
massage. Reflexology was later popularized in the modern world by Dr. William
Fitzgerald in the early 1900s when he published his findings in a book called
Zone Therapy.
Nowadays, reflexology is recognized by many European countries as an effective
health method and doctors recommend it to their patients. Many schools and
institutions around the world teach reflexology as part of their curriculum.
What makes this ancient art of natural healing so effective? On both feet, there
are more than 14,400 nerve points which make up over 100 reflex zones. Each
reflex zone corresponds to a specific organ or gland in the body. Reflex zones
can also be found on the hands, ears and nose. A trained reflexologist can
easily locate the various reflex zones on your hands and feet. By looking at
your feet, an experienced reflexologist can identify some of your health
problems.
Zone Therapy: Each numbered line represents the
center of its respective zone on the body. These energy channels run
longitudinally through the body.
Reflexology, also known as acupressure, is the massage of the reflex zones on
the hands and feet. Through proper stimulation in these areas, a treatment for
many ailments can be effected. The cause of many illnesses are due to poor blood
circulation and energy blockage in the nervous system. Throughout the process of
treatment, the reflex zones send energy and impulses through the nerves to the
organs, helping to remove energy blockage, normalize the functions of the organs
and improve blood circulation. Reflexology also helps to discharge waste from
the body, mainly uric acid. Therefore it is always advisable to drink plenty of
water after each session. This natural healing method does not utilize any drugs
or medical devices and has no side-effects. If you are young and healthy,
regular sessions can give you energy, vitality and better health.
Pattaya Reflexology Centre in South Pattaya Road is a branch centre set up by
the Golden Life Institute of Reflexology. With its establishment 6 months ago,
it has received tremendous feedback from its customers. Many customers with knee
problems, migraine, sleeping problems, lower back-ache, etc., have acquired
marvelous results. The reflexologists at the centre are trained by foreign
instructors at the institute. The chief reflexologist has more than 10 years of
experience teaching and practicing reflexology. He also travels around in Asia
giving seminars and diagnosis on reflexology. He started learning this holistic
healing when he was 14 in order to massage his diabetic grandmother and that
blessing has become a profession.
Golden Life Institute of Reflexology has affiliation in over 30 countries. In
Thailand, there are branch centres in Bangkok and Hat Yai, providing
professional treatment. The centres offer traditional and original hand and foot
reflexology treatment, head and shoulder acupressure massage and Japanese back
rolling massage to ease stress-related syndromes.
You can make an appointment with Pattaya Reflexology Centre by calling (038)
710099 or visit 594 M. 10 South Pattaya Road (on the same side as Overseas
Cafe). Pay a visit to the Pattaya Reflexology Centre and you will get a health
benefit for a lifetime.
Tips for the reflexology enthusiasts:
In order for reflexology treatment to be effective, it has to be done by trained
reflexologists, who know what they are doing (such as the location of reflex
zones, amount of pressure to apply, etc.). Otherwise, you get nothing more than
a gentle scrub on your feet!
