Reflexotherapy of the Feet

Foot reflexology is now widely used to relieve symptoms of many disorders. Hanne Marquardt is a pioneer in teaching and practicing foot reflexology in Germany - many of today's practicing foot reflexologists were trained at her well-established teaching institution. This book, based on the best-selling fourth German edition, has been constantly reviewed and updated by the author, incorporating new findings and strategies as they evolved.In many hand-drawn illustrations of the microsystem of the feet, the book introduces the principles and the practice of foot reflexology. It covers - the complete topography of zones - general treatment examples - specific applications and strategies on treatment combinations the book profits from the author's personal style and lengthy teaching experience.

Part I General Principles1 Historical Development of Foot Treatments2 Two Working Models for a Practical Approach to Reflexotherapy of the Feet3 Basic Therapeutic Grips: Touching, Treating4 Characteristics of Abnormal Zones; Limits of Dosage5 Indications and Contraindications6 Stabilization and Harmonization of the Autonomic Nervous System7 Preparation for Treatment8 Pain—Its Purpose and Significance9 Limits of Determination of Zones in Writing10 The Individual Groups of ZonesPart II Practical Part11 The First Treatment as an Assessment12 Performing the Follow-up and Final Treatments13 Duration of and Intervals between Treatments14 Reactions during Treatment Intervals15 Right–Left Interchangeability of Zones of the Feet16 Management and Treatment of Pain in Acute Situations17 Therapeutic Support for Intensely Emotional Reactions18 Treatment Combinations19 Self-treatment and Orthotic Foot Devices20 Diagnostic Possibilities and Limitations21 Treatment Suggestions22 Pregnancy and Birth23 Treatment of Babies and ChildrenPart III Special Topics and Further Developments24 Special Groups of Patients25 Treatment of Scars with Reflexotherapy of the Feet26 Zones of the Teeth and Their Energetic Interrelationships27 Zones of the Pelvic Ligaments28 Zones of the Face and Neck29 Zones of the Lymphatic System30 Interrelationships between Zones of the Feet and Meridians31 Shared Practical Experience32 Summary of the MethodPart IV Appendix33 Authorized RTF Schools and Further Information34 Figure Sources35 Technical Terms36 Bibliography37 Index