Published Reflexology Research

Post Surgery

Study1-
A Swiss medical report showed that Reflexology is one of the most useful treatments for post-operative gynaecological patients.

The researchers demonstrated that reflexology enhances urination, stimulates bowel movements and so aids recovery; with less need for medication than patients in the control group.
(Kesselring A. (foot reflex zone massage) Fussreflexzonemassage. Schweiz med Wochenschr suppl ( SWITZERLAND ) 1994, 62 p88-93)

Study 2-
Results: Post surgical patients who receive foot massage and medication report "significantly less" pain than those on painkillers alone.
"Foot Rubs Easing Pain," Third Age. com, December 4, 1998