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INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CLASSES AT
GREENSQUARE CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS
6789 N. Green Bay Avenue, Glendale, WI 53209
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Definition of Reflexology
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REFLEXOLOGY is a science that deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet, hands, ear, and face which
correspond with all glands, organs and parts of the body.
REFLEXOLOGY is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers on these reflex areas.
REFLEXOLOGY is a complimentary therapy that includes, but is not limited to :
- Relieving stress and tension;
- Improving blood supply and promote the unblocking of nerve impulses;
- Helping nature achieve homeostasis(balance).
Reflexology is a complementary therapy that enhances the body's natural healing process.
Reflexology is a Complementary Therapy that is NOT MASSAGE |
The Differences Between Reflexology and Massage |
| Some people confuse Reflexology with Massage, but they are two different modalities – each with its own strengths. Both, like many other therapies, such as chiropractics, osteopathy, and other somatic practices, involve the use of the hands to apply their techniques. The aim with both Reflexology and Massage is to enhance the well being of the client. |
| REFLEXOLOGY |
MASSAGE |
Application: |
| Applied to specific areas (usually feet, hands, and ears) To promote a response from an area far removed from the tissue stimulated via the nervous systems and acupuncture meridians.
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Applied to the whole body: muscles and connective tissues locally for local benefit, or when applied to muscles located all over the body, benefits the entire body. |
Techniques: |
| Uses small muscle movements primarily thumbs and finger are used. |
Uses large muscle movement. Hands either open or closed and sometimes feet, arms and elbows. |
Purpose: |
To improve the function of organs and glands, and all systems of the body. Works with the function of the body.
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Primarily to change the soft tissue directly stimulated. Works within the structure of the body. |
Benefit: |
Total body relaxation leading to the balancing of all internal and external body systems; improving circulation via stimulation to then nervous and subtly energy systems.
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Local muscle relaxation, or if the body is massaged, then to muscular system improving circulation and reducing muscular tension. |
It is not necessary for Reflexology practitioners to study working on a naked body when all they work on are feet, hands, and ears of a fully clothed person.
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© 1997 American Reflexology Certification Board
Used with permission. |
Reflexology Brochure
Reflexology Poster
Information in English
La informatión en espãnol
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Comparison of Medical Care and Natural Care
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MEDICAL CARE |
NATURAL CARE |
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GOAL |
Substitutes drugs and devices |
Improves natural function |
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LEVEL |
For the body's functional parts |
In the body as a whole |
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PRINCIPLE |
By using isolation to observe |
By using consolidation to observe |
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PROPERTY |
Material properties of the body |
Energetic properties of the body |
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RELATION |
In casual relationships |
In contextual relationships |
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UNIT |
Between simple variables |
Within complex patterns |
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METHOD |
Measured numerically |
Recognized empirically |
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SAMPLE |
In groups of subjects |
In individual subjects |
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SETTINGS |
During Laboratory experiments |
During clinical experience |
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STANDARD |
Designed to prove |
Designed to discover |
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OUTCOME |
Means of control |
Means of correcting |
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DISORDER |
Disease |
Imbalance |
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Education
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Basic Nutrition Course
Dr. M. Nasar, M.D. Chicago, IL 1980's
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International Institute of Reflexology
St. Petersburg, Florida
Instructors: George S. Balut, Dwight C. Byers, Evelyne Huegi
2003 to present
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10th ICR Conference - "The Many Facets of Reflexology",
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, September 16-18, 2005
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Steven Horne, RH (AHG) Professional Herbalist
and Natural Health Consultant,
Tree of Light Institute,
St. George, UT - Clinical Practicum Class 2005
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10th Annual Reflexology Association of America Conference
Tucson, AZ May 4-7 2006 |
6th European Conference of Reflexology,
Limerick, Ireland September 8-10, 2006
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2006 Aquatic Therapy Specialty Institute, Chicago, Il. November 16 & 17, 2006,
Instructor - Donna Adler, BA, ATRIC, Liquid/Assets for Fitness, Classes in Tai Chi, and Energy Medicine Application, of Phoenix, AZ
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Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology for Pain Control & Stress Reduction
Foot & Hand Reflexology
Ear Reflexology
Matuneck, Rhode Island May 3, 4, 5, 6, 2007
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11th ICR (International Council of Reflexologists) Conference
"Simply the Best",
Cairns, Australia, September 14-16, 2007 |
11th Annual Reflexology Association of America Conference
Portland, ME May 1-4, 2008 |
12th ICR (International Council of Reflexologists) Conference
"Spotlight on Reflexology"
Los Angeles (Anaheim), CA, September 11-13, 2009
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| 12th Annual Reflexology Association of America Conference
"Stepping Up to New Heights"
Engelwood, CO, May 14-16, 2010
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Advanced Studies Include:
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| 5 Elements & 12 Meridians
relating to Reflexology. |
Lilian Tibshraeny-Morten |
www.reflexologyusa.com |
| ART (Advanced Reflexology Training), London, England |
Anthony Porter |
www.artreflex.com |
| Father Josef Method of Reflexology |
Fr. Josef Eugster |
www.fjmreflexology.com |
| Cranio-Sacral Reflexology |
Dr. Martine Faure-Alderson, D.O., M.R.O., N.D., M.N.I.M.H., MbacC, R.S. Hom |
www.natclinicrem.co.uk |
| Chi-Reflexology |
Moss Arnold, Principal, Australian College of Chi-Reflexology |
www.chi-reflexology.com.au |
R.E.S.T.
(Release Emotional Stress and Tension) |
Dr. Pat Lawson, N.D., C.R.R. |
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Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology for Pain Control & Stress Reduction
Foot & Hand Reflexology
Ear Reflexology |
Bill Flocco
American Academy of Reflexology
Burbank, CA |
www.AmericanAcademyofReflexology.com
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Reflexotherapy
of the Feet,
Carins, Australia |
Hanne Marquardt
International School of Reflexotherapy of the Feet
Königsfeld-Burgberg, Germany |
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| Korean Hand (Reflex) Therapy for Instant Pain Relief and Functional Problems |
Dr. Dan Lobash, Ph.D, L.Ac., Helmet, CA
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www.KHTSystems.com |
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Facial Reflexology
Praxis Vertabralis-Neuro Reflexology
Ocular Therapy
Temprana Solutions
Japanese Cosmo Lifting
(improves body function and reduces facial wrinkles) |
Facial International
Lorene Sorensen,
Barcelona, Spain (School)
sorensensistem@post.tele.dk |
www.facialreflexologyusa.com
www.reflexologiafacial.es |
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Disclaimer
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Reflexologists do not prescribe or diagnose any health conditions.
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Memberships
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Member of the International Institute of Reflexology®
Member of the International Reflexology Association
Member of the International Council of Reflexologists
Member of the Reflexology Association of America
Member of the Reflexology Practitioners of Wisconsin
Member of the North Carolina Reflexology Association
Certified by the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB)
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Distributor of the following products:
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- Goldshield Elite & Rawleigh Products
- Young Living Essential Oils
- Nature's Inventory Oils and Products
- GenaSanté Products
Also available:
- Unker's Products
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Services Offered:
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- Ear candling with Swiss Rub
- Korean Hand [Reflex] Therapy
- B.E.S.T.™ (Bio-Electric Stimulating Technique) Footbath
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Updated on
February 26, 2012
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