tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80657954567682300622024-03-19T02:47:23.945-06:00Reflexology LiveAll about reflexology from authors Barbara and Kevin Kunz. "Barbara and I have written 20 books on reflexology in 22 language editions with 58 foreign editions. We have been doing reflexology for over 35 years."Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.comBlogger682125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-74123218995457681542024-02-26T08:00:00.009-07:002024-02-26T08:00:00.248-07:00Baby Brains and Foot Reflexology<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd7v0BA1KDGDJbyB-xsdbXZTFpqtG_-_MDhDg8l1z422rNho3eSMtxui3TG4ALftGLuxin0WtT0AB6riP4PrEyIRkt5cIxUcDmjVqL-nv7jPwQOpJtBzLvC5ENXjpCDfnqwDIuz7PEkLW0DloeYeRZBoZhfMJ4VaIyAn_BYJlI4MuzgJovI06B6ZWEE080/s900/bigstockphoto_Baby_Portrait_216541.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="900" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd7v0BA1KDGDJbyB-xsdbXZTFpqtG_-_MDhDg8l1z422rNho3eSMtxui3TG4ALftGLuxin0WtT0AB6riP4PrEyIRkt5cIxUcDmjVqL-nv7jPwQOpJtBzLvC5ENXjpCDfnqwDIuz7PEkLW0DloeYeRZBoZhfMJ4VaIyAn_BYJlI4MuzgJovI06B6ZWEE080/s320/bigstockphoto_Baby_Portrait_216541.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><b class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px;">Baby Brains and Foot Reflexology </b><p></p><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><b class=""></b></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">An apple a day keeps the doctor away or so the saying goes. But what happens to a young baby who receives foot reflexology almost every day? The answer: enhanced activation in parts of the brain. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">That’s the conclusion of researchers who followed an infant’s progress with fMRI brain scans in a recently reported case study. While researchers were testing for improvements in hearing for a limited application of reflexology, they found activation in parts of the brain (see below) were enhanced for the infant receiving foot reflexology compared to infants who did not. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">An infant was diagnosed with hearing impairment, sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), at three months of age. Chinese researchers used fMRI brain scans to follow the progress of the infant who received 30 minutes of reflexology applied to both big toes, five days a week for 24 weeks. At the conclusion of the study the baby at nine months of age was tested to have normal hearing. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Such results raise the question: what would happen if foot reflexology was to be applied to the whole baby foot every day? A better start on life for the little one?</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“Conclusion: This study demonstrated that foot reflexology benefits infants with SNHL. The activation of auditory areas and hubs of the language network, such as the middle temporal gyrus, thalamus, and frontal cortex, was enhanced by foot reflexology (in contrast to infants in a non-reflexology control group). In contrast, the activation of the occipital cortex was decreased. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to report physiological evidence that foot reflexology affects infants with SNHL.” (<a class="" href="https://www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-2710677/v1"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-2710677/v1</span></a>)</span></div><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" />Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-24936070147432946762024-02-21T08:59:00.000-07:002024-02-21T08:59:03.702-07:00Complete Reflexology for Life just released worldwide as an ebook<p><span style="font-size: x-large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Complete Reflexology for Life, our bestselling title has been released as an ebook worldwide. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuugyLD0LYeZ-g5t4jleHja5kSsWWaSztLko3SACH4c30N_anuoV6OBuOJmiDMRGUHVxVR7dAZoQbtJJvdKNgBqJ9zUH7gWk3Itk8vSIB6vDe5eVbCxN0HNcJWD-HCtpaljPratiywaLjqc6hUZ9JUR82KvuT2JA-Tq098eJ25LqJ54M3puk851XbNSi_/s1500/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="943" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuugyLD0LYeZ-g5t4jleHja5kSsWWaSztLko3SACH4c30N_anuoV6OBuOJmiDMRGUHVxVR7dAZoQbtJJvdKNgBqJ9zUH7gWk3Itk8vSIB6vDe5eVbCxN0HNcJWD-HCtpaljPratiywaLjqc6hUZ9JUR82KvuT2JA-Tq098eJ25LqJ54M3puk851XbNSi_/s320/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" width="201" /></a></span></b></div><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />Reflex Areas Do Matter</span></b><p></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">What happens when reflexology is applied to critically ill ICU patients breathing with the help of mechanical ventilation after surgery and/or while hospitalized? <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation, </i>the new book from Barbara Kunz, describes and analyzes the results from ten studies looking at this question.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">A rare opportunity is provided by the ability to examine researched results from ten studies in one subject area. Of interest is the opportunity to compare and contrast what happens when reflexology is applied to different reflex areas for the same patient concerns.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Discovered: reflex areas do matter. Reflexology applied to particular reflex areas helped patients supported by mechanical ventilation improve more than other reflex areas. For example, following heart surgery patients who received foot reflexology technique application to heart, lung, solar plexus and diaphragm reflex areas were removed from ventilator support a full hour more quickly than those whose foot reflexology work was applied to heart and lung reflex areas.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reflex areas do matter. Shortening time on mechanical ventilation has implications for patients. The less time spent on ventilation, the less concern for patient problems and complications. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">The studies also draw attention to the importance of reflex area selection for other areas of concern in the care of patients on mechanical ventilation. There is the value of such information to any of us as reflexologists, health-interested individuals and caregivers to hospitalized patients. Why would that be?</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">For example, one area of research in multiple studies, physiologic parameters, are of interest in the pursuit of health to all of us and our reflexology clients. These parameters are indicators of how well systems of our bodies are working. Signalled also are the physiological signs of anxiety: heart rate, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure and respiratory rate. Several studies found significant differences for the physiologic parameters between those who received reflexology and those who did not.</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; 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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">The application of reflexology’s pressure techniques to the sole of the foot helps the return to breathing on his or her own for critically ill mechanically ventilated adults. Or so research finds as reported in <i>ReflexologyResearch and Mechanical Ventilation</i> by Barbara Kunz.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Why would this be? </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Consider UCLA researcher Dr. Ron Harper’s study. Premature infants frequently have breathing difficulties. Dr Harper studied what happens when a vibrating disc was applied to the sole of premature infants’ feet. The results show that the infants breathing normalized. Why? Dr. Harper notes, it’s “‘… a simple device that tricks babies’ brains into thinking they are running, which prompts them to breathe.”</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">“Every neonatologist knows that if a neonatal patient stops breathing, you rub the sole of the foot and they’ll start breathing again,” he says. “Well, what is that? That’s activating the proprioceptors of the foot.”</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">“Proprioceptors are a type of nerve cell that help us feel where we are in space. Being able to keep your balance with your eyes closed, or to touch your fingertip to your nose without looking, are examples of proprioception. The nerve fibers project to the cerebellum and are activated with running or walking.”</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Premature infants struggling to breathe and critically ill adults breathing with the support of mechanical ventilation were helped when sensory experience was applied to their feet.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">For the infants, it was a vibrating disc on the foot that helped their undeveloped lungs breathe better. For the adults, it was the pressure technique application of reflexology to the feet that helped them better cope with and be removed deem breathing with ventilator support.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
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text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuugyLD0LYeZ-g5t4jleHja5kSsWWaSztLko3SACH4c30N_anuoV6OBuOJmiDMRGUHVxVR7dAZoQbtJJvdKNgBqJ9zUH7gWk3Itk8vSIB6vDe5eVbCxN0HNcJWD-HCtpaljPratiywaLjqc6hUZ9JUR82KvuT2JA-Tq098eJ25LqJ54M3puk851XbNSi_/s1500/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="943" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMuugyLD0LYeZ-g5t4jleHja5kSsWWaSztLko3SACH4c30N_anuoV6OBuOJmiDMRGUHVxVR7dAZoQbtJJvdKNgBqJ9zUH7gWk3Itk8vSIB6vDe5eVbCxN0HNcJWD-HCtpaljPratiywaLjqc6hUZ9JUR82KvuT2JA-Tq098eJ25LqJ54M3puk851XbNSi_/s320/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" width="201" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> <b style="font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Reflex in Reflexology Is Real</b></span><p></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">The reflex in reflexology has real meaning with real world medical applications.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">At least that’s the take away from research with reflexology and ICU patients breathing with the support of mechanical ventilation. In one results patients were taken off ventilation support in a faster time when reflexology was applied. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">The new book <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation</i> from Barbara Kunz details how and why this would happen with analysis of ten research studies. Five of the studies looking at the issue of time spent on ventilation. All five found a quicker “weaning” time for patients who received reflexology.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Consider: a reflex is an automatic, unconscious response to a stimulus. Now consider: an automatic, unconscious response was created with a specific dose of the sensory stimulus of reflexology’s pressure techniques for patients breathing with the help of mechanical ventilation following surgery or while hospitalized.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Best results were triggered by a carefully considered dose of reflexology, specifically chosen reflex areas. “Researchers noted selection of and technique application targeting the reflex areas which ‘may be responsible’ for ‘stabilization of physiological indicators and reduction of ventilation dependence.’”*</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Patients who received foot reflexology technique applied to heart, lung, solar plexus and diaphragm reflex areas were removed from ventilator support a full hour more quickly than those whose foot reflexology work was applied to heart and lung reflex areas. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reflexologists have long contended and research has demonstrated that technique application to specific reflex areas has effect on the reflected part of the body. Research has now gone a step farther. Reflexology applied to specific reflex areas has an effect with medical applications.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">For details about dosing in reflexology and why these areas were chosen see <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation.</i></span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do you have a favorite reflex area, one that gets a positive response from your clients? Maybe puts them to sleep? Or, gets the results you seek?</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">For example, Kevin Kunz calls the eye/ear reflex area his “magic” reflex area.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">One possible contender is the solar plexus reflex area. While it’s always a go-to reflex area for the basic goal of relaxation, research shows there’s actually more at work and more reason it should be a favorite reflex area. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">First consider: a more accurate label would include the vagus nerve. At least that’s what was found in results from reflexology research applied to patients breathing with the support of mechanical ventilation. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Analysis of 10 studies in <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation</i> show application of technique to the solar plexus reflex area of patients supported by mechanical ventilation creates better results. While five of five studies found that patients were able to leave ventilator support in a shorter amount of time compared to patients who did not receive reflexology work, best results were seen with inclusion of the application of technique to the solar plexus reflex area.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">In a direct comparison, better results were seen when foot reflexology was applied to heart, lung, solar plexus and diaphragm reflex areas as opposed to the heart and lung reflex areas. Patients recovering from heart surgery whose foot reflexology work included solar plexus and diaphragm reflex areas were removed from mechanical ventilation an hour earlier than those who did not. Additional benefits included better maintenance of vital signs and lessened anxiety.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b></b><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Medical Applications of Reflexology and the Mechanical Ventilator</b><b></b></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Images have faded from our memories and television screens of Covid patients attached to the breathing support of mechanical ventilators. Our hearts went out to the patients but also the medical personnel providing care.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Use of ventilators is an on-going part of medical care providing help for those unable to breathe on their own, critically patients following surgery as well as those hospitalized for various causes. It is estimated that 800,000 patients are placed on mechanical ventilation each year in the US. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">What are the ramifications for both patients and the medical personnel who care for them? First, consider the patient. Not to be overly dramatic but a friend’s brother was given last year the option of returning to ventilator support during the course of a lengthy illness. He choose death over return to ventilation. Then, consider the stress for critical care nurses working with the challenges of caring for patients on mechanical ventilation.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Such challenges are addressed in research by critical care nurses. <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation</i> tells the story of ten studies conducted by critical care nurses where reflexology was applied to ICU and hospitalized patients.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Research with such patients shows how reflexology can contribute to medical care. Five of the five studies that addressed the issue found patients were freed from mechanical ventilation more quickly when reflexology was provided. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Conclusions from the studies describe application of reflexology as providing a simple, non-invasive, safe, cost-effective and efficacious means for medical personnel to address concerns for patients supported by mechanical ventilation. Concerns include: lessening time spent on ventilation, maintaining vital signs, managing anxiety and reducing use of medication. 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Credibility also comes from explaining to others what the research means. Then there’s credibility gained by describing why results happen. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Consider the study results described in <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation</i> by Barbara Kunz. Five of five studies found that patients were able to leave ventilator support in a shorter amount of time compared to patients who did not receive reflexology work. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">What do these results mean? There are implications for both critically ill post surgical patients as well as hospitalized patients who experience breathing difficulties. Patients supported by mechanical ventilation are unable to breathe on their own. The longer they remain on ventilator support, the greater the possibilities of complications. Allowing patients to leave behind ventilator support more quickly illustrate potential medical uses for reflexology,.</p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">A further extension of the research is why this would happen, why would reflexology help critically ill patients with breathing difficulties? Theories vary and more research is needed but consider one explanation: the sensory stimulation of reflexology’s pressure techniques to the feet communicates with parts of the brain that regulate breathing. How does that work? </p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">To consider this idea, first consider the breathing problems of premature infant Emma. She was born weighing 1 pound 3 ounces with an undeveloped heart. The first time her breathing stopped nurses sprang into action, tickling her postage-stamp-sized feet. Her breathing started again. Over 8 weeks her mother sat by her side tickling her feet dozens of times a day. At 15 weeks Emma overcame the problem of interrupted breathing.</p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">In discussing his research with premature infants and the sensation of vibration applied to their feet UCLA (University of California, Los Angles) researcher Dr. Ron Harper notes that doctors commonly rub preemies’ feet to restart their breathing. Why would this work? Dr. Harper states rubbing the feet of preemies is “ ‘… a simple device that tricks babies’ brains into thinking they are running, which prompts them to breathe.’ ”*</p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Dr. Harper describes the process of such stimulation of sensors in the feet which prompt an automatic, unconscious response of breathing reflexes in the brain. Such a process “ ‘… help(s) us when we start running and suddenly need more oxygen. … “ ‘When our feet hit the ground running, we flex muscles and joints that have nerve fibers leading to the brain which signal that the body is running,’ ” he said. “ ‘This message is coupled with another set of fibers to parts of the brain that regulate breathing and sends a signal that those parts need to increase breathing. Fortunately, that coupling exists even in extremely young infants.’ ”*</p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">The potential for credibility is not just in researched results but in why results happen and how this contributes to acceptance of reflexology as a medical adjunct. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Research shows reflexology helps patients more quickly leave the support of mechanical ventilation and breathe on their own. The theory noted here: this happens because the feet are a part of the body’s walking / running mechanism. The pressure sensory application of reflexology tricks the brain into thinking the person is running and needs more oxygen. </p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">For more information, see <i>Reflexology Research and Mechanical Ventilation</i>. For a fuller explanation about how reflexology works through pressure sensors in the feet, see <i>The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology (Third Edition)</i>.</p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><br /></p>
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<li style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">(<a href="https://www.uclahealth.org/news/a-dime-size-buzzer-on-the-foot-could-reduce-epileptic-seizures">https://www.uclahealth.org/news/a-dime-size-buzzer-on-the-foot-could-reduce-epileptic-seizures</a>) </li>
<li style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-emoji: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">*(<a href="https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/simple-treatment-common-breathing-problem-premature-infants">https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/simple-treatment-common-breathing-problem-premature-infants</a>)</li>
</ul>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-46710106897426880332024-01-19T10:24:00.001-07:002024-01-25T10:11:23.712-07:00New title: Reflexology and Mechanical Ventilation <div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipQzm1qkRXRXlyGlVaj1EpAATAlcUdmni7_vSy_xAwdxNY-QijfXw_oMAkrcX2mXIjZbRqB6oAj3FSQbTPiO8aIW0FH0bYelAN3AsM6-GM1VOeOKxLti2xdOuEpOI6oVGeYrwQS1VDDFhqPeFTI64DdITspkr2hcdgGhWfNdUXyixwc1jf671kcBzJfOfN/s1500/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="943" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipQzm1qkRXRXlyGlVaj1EpAATAlcUdmni7_vSy_xAwdxNY-QijfXw_oMAkrcX2mXIjZbRqB6oAj3FSQbTPiO8aIW0FH0bYelAN3AsM6-GM1VOeOKxLti2xdOuEpOI6oVGeYrwQS1VDDFhqPeFTI64DdITspkr2hcdgGhWfNdUXyixwc1jf671kcBzJfOfN/s320/71J3yAYLHwL._SL1500_.jpg" width="201" /></a></div><br />Why write a book about reflexology research and mechanical ventilation? I couldn’t help myself. The search for information was so fascinating. The results showing what reflexology could do were so dramatic.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">It started when we were working with neuroscientist Dr. Stefan Posse of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine preparing for research, finding out what happens as foot reflexology is applied during brain scans, fMRI imaging. Stefan had asked about reflexology research of medical topics. I started looking.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">I discovered 75 to 80 studies of reflexology applied to hospital patients from the maternity ward, the cardiac care unit and beyond. It was, however, the height of the Covid pandemic and the sight of patients on mechanical ventilation filled the news and evoked all sorts of emotions from empathy to dread. I zeroed in on the studies I had found about ICU patients on mechanical ventilation following surgery or hospitalized for various causes.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">There in the research was a surprise: reflexology got people off ventilators sooner. Amazing. How? Why? </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">I kept going. I would discover a lot. How surgery, mechanical ventilation and hospitalization present life-threatening problems. The anxieties faced by patients. The challenges facing critical care nurses. What is important to help patients survive. </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">I found out more, more about reflexology itself. All those things we reflexologists know are right and were reaffirmed. Yes, reflex areas do matter. Yes, selecting the right reflex areas does matter. That, yes, dosing, the appropriate amount of reflexology does matter. </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">Then there was, why would this be? How and why would reflexology help in such a critical situation? It all went back to: how does reflexology work? There are answers to those questions, fun to explore.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">And, finally, it occurred to me: these studies had more to say. More to say about how reflexology provides the opportunity for us to help: help our clients, ourselves and virtually anyone with a health concern.</span></div><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"> </span><br class="webkit-block-placeholder" /></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 22px;">Yes, this is a book about reflexology research of patients supported by mechanical ventilation. But sometimes, when you least expect it, you get more than you could have ever imagined.</span> </p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Barbara Kunz</span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;"> Get your copy now <a href="https://a.co/d/6awLMQZ">https://a.co/d/6awLMQZ</a> or </span></b><a href="https://books2read.com/u/bx6VLl"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>https://books2read.com/u/bx6VLl</b></span></a></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-79132666262333353562023-12-15T06:00:00.007-07:002023-12-15T06:00:00.140-07:00Reflexology is Weightless Jogging!!!<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVe2jQkNBHVu6X8cpEhIb7sWQdsaQ9w_36mDJsO9aNPCWz1QZETFHTTb6iz6MhTmbNGaB_EWPAIxx1Mf02oxJOAjDY_9KUHLQqn7um8QCQ0koo12fLjA7enPTIytPT-WFp0uLimOiv1eFKSta4KmcYKCWysUgv81mikn3HsD2yLSdn4Cbq85e1hGmjdY_Y/s900/bigstockphoto_Baby_Portrait_216541.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="900" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVe2jQkNBHVu6X8cpEhIb7sWQdsaQ9w_36mDJsO9aNPCWz1QZETFHTTb6iz6MhTmbNGaB_EWPAIxx1Mf02oxJOAjDY_9KUHLQqn7um8QCQ0koo12fLjA7enPTIytPT-WFp0uLimOiv1eFKSta4KmcYKCWysUgv81mikn3HsD2yLSdn4Cbq85e1hGmjdY_Y/s320/bigstockphoto_Baby_Portrait_216541.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman";">We were caught by the headline and heart warming story in 2008: “Premature Baby Survived Because Mother Tickled Her Feet.”</span></span><p></p><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Premature infant Emma weighed 1 pound 3 ounces at birth with an under-developed heart. The first time her breathing stopped nurses sprang into action, tickling her postage-stamp-sized feet. Her breathing started again. Over 8 weeks her mother sat by Emma’s side tickling her feet dozens of times a day. At 15 weeks Emma overcame the problem. At the time of the newspaper report she was a healthy normal one year old. Her mother credits her being alive to tickling her feet.(<a class="" href="http://www.infoniac.com/breaking/premature-baby-survived-by-tickling.html"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">http://www.infoniac.com/breaking/premature-baby-survived-by-tickling.html</span></a>)</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now there’s research reporting about why this would be. </span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers at UCLA tested the effect of vibrating discs on the feet and hands of premature infants who were having problems of breathing pauses and low oxygen. Their goal: to provide a proprioception vibrating stimulation to prompt a breathing reflex. The vibrating device was turned on for six hours at a time, followed by six hours off, for a total of 24 hours. Vital signs were compared for the on stage versus the off stage. While the device was on low oxygen incidents were reduced by 33% and number of breathing poses were reduced by 40%. Low heart rate episodes were reduced by 65%. Why would this be?</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">It’s all about the foot’s role in walking, a premise presented by Kunz and Kunz a number of years ago. As Barbara noted over the years, reflexology is weightless jogging.</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Noted in one report about the research:</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">“The technique uses a simple device that tricks babies’ brains into thinking they are running, which prompts them to breathe.”…</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">“As humans evolved over many thousands of years, our bodies developed a system to help us when we start running and suddenly need more oxygen. Now, using that innate reflex as inspiration, UCLA researchers have developed a noninvasive way to treat potentially harmful breathing problems in babies who were born prematurely. …</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">““When our feet hit the ground running, we flex muscles and joints that have nerve fibers leading to the brain which signal that the body is running,” he said. “This message is coupled with another set of fibers to parts of the brain that regulate breathing and sends a signal that those parts need to increase breathing. Fortunately, that coupling exists even in extremely young infants.” …</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">(<a class="" href="https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/simple-treatment-common-breathing-problem-premature-infants"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/simple-treatment-common-breathing-problem-premature-infants</span></a>)</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">The study:</span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: STIXGeneral; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; text-decoration: underline;"><a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Kesavan%20K%5BAuthor%5D">Kalpashri Kesavan</a></span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">,1,* <a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Frank%20P%5BAuthor%5D"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">Paul Frank</span></a>,2 <a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Cordero%20DM%5BAuthor%5D"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">Daniella M. Cordero</span></a>,1 <a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Benharash%20P%5BAuthor%5D"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">Peyman Benharash</span></a>,3 and <a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Harper%20RM%5BAuthor%5D"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">Ronald M. Harper</span></a> “Neuromodulation of Limb Proprioceptive Afferents Decreases Apnea of Prematurity and Accompanying Intermittent Hypoxia and Bradycardia” </span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; text-decoration: underline;">PLoS One.</span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"> 2016; 11(6): e0157349. Published online 2016 <span dir="ltr">Jun 15.</span>doi: <a class="" href="https://doi.org/10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0157349"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">10.1371/journal.pone.0157349</span></a>, PMCID: PMC4909267PMID: <a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27304988"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">27304988</span></a></span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(43, 90, 153); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; color: #2b5a99; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; text-decoration: underline;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 16px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Also noted: “The nerve fibers project to the cerebellum and are activated with running or walking. These proprioceptor nerves also help stimulate breathing. Though it may seem surprising that nerves in the feet can trigger breathing, it makes evolutionary sense, Dr. Harper explains.” </span></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><span style="font-size: large;">(Harper RM, Kesavan K. Neuromodulatory Support for Breathing and Cardiovascular Action During Development. Front Pediatr. 2021 Sep 30;9:753215. doi: 10.3389/fped.2021.753215. PMID: <span dir="ltr">34660498</span>; PMCID: PMC8514987.)</span></span></div>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-78008053427619440442023-12-12T08:47:00.002-07:002023-12-12T08:47:30.198-07:00Incredible News!!!<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWH_f5mJaUnD88qV7U6tua8cLBgG0Kqq3aVv2_gx8FlL2e9gXlq7eb8a0mWYAaOQTmo2lUv5bZZOjo1uL4Vpaa0wzOQ7RJQcTfW2mRgLXmXa83EqFohNPuRTGeOV-WNm8uq_Y9iFyo-v5Fp4IHfHalAir63nH6T0eUCXRrYYBSZj-NwaLlZjtLdx62G2-0/s4032/IMG_1224.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWH_f5mJaUnD88qV7U6tua8cLBgG0Kqq3aVv2_gx8FlL2e9gXlq7eb8a0mWYAaOQTmo2lUv5bZZOjo1uL4Vpaa0wzOQ7RJQcTfW2mRgLXmXa83EqFohNPuRTGeOV-WNm8uq_Y9iFyo-v5Fp4IHfHalAir63nH6T0eUCXRrYYBSZj-NwaLlZjtLdx62G2-0/s320/IMG_1224.jpeg" width="320" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7ddMekWLSu3dKJYClGXnDp-jSX4HwuLaYcq1uJs_l6fhYYe_5QpLjXQ3W2tS5DoDGk5xVOcd6TltteoMKxzJg-KZY412BHFLLOA5vwmxinHrmJ7feYOhmyL012NQZRwdStMOhdRfJl9b7Jx3tg_3Vh46Fz8ed-nHJNtTR9Sc31NQo3xVYvdJNobNe-Ur/s800/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7ddMekWLSu3dKJYClGXnDp-jSX4HwuLaYcq1uJs_l6fhYYe_5QpLjXQ3W2tS5DoDGk5xVOcd6TltteoMKxzJg-KZY412BHFLLOA5vwmxinHrmJ7feYOhmyL012NQZRwdStMOhdRfJl9b7Jx3tg_3Vh46Fz8ed-nHJNtTR9Sc31NQo3xVYvdJNobNe-Ur/s320/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" width="256" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />Incredible news!!! We just learned that the fMRI Study is funded to pay for the data analysis. And we have some amazing talent to perform the analysis. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">There are 82,000 to 83,000 images to analyze. It will take probably until February or March to get the results. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">We can’t wait to see the results. And I imagine you all feel the same. It has been a long road but we are almost there!! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">And this would not have been possible without your active support. Privately funded research projects are fairly rare. But we did it. Be proud. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">We are providing validation and credibility for our beloved Reflexology. It also will give us an insight into clinical applications beginning with stroke. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">But please we can use your continued support. We will be needing to raise fund the research team’s trip to Singapore upon acceptance of our findings. Barbara and I will be co-authors on the paper presented to the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">We also want to continue our clinical exploration. What would you like to see explored?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Enough talk about money. Time to celebrate all out of our success. Your thoughts?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Please share this with your friends. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/</span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-26032649407782543002023-11-24T11:09:00.000-07:002023-11-24T11:09:41.083-07:00 A Vision of the Future of Reflexology<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKy8PAGXOd-EjP1c9HuldeZfEgQzyKHKIRiVB7-XAWyLx1P81KYk9YIpBtYneCsiV76B15fjoL2dV5c-T9YMSXadDDjt1Tfa1_IgPL1fGDCfqL_k65klUHskIRx9RvbVNbxnCEp8_1MWYPF1Earp3I8kpPs6gK4uDxMXIPPCnqaDmj__NdNMxMLZv8F93F/s640/IMG_3439.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKy8PAGXOd-EjP1c9HuldeZfEgQzyKHKIRiVB7-XAWyLx1P81KYk9YIpBtYneCsiV76B15fjoL2dV5c-T9YMSXadDDjt1Tfa1_IgPL1fGDCfqL_k65klUHskIRx9RvbVNbxnCEp8_1MWYPF1Earp3I8kpPs6gK4uDxMXIPPCnqaDmj__NdNMxMLZv8F93F/s320/IMG_3439.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>The future of reflexology holds promising potential. As complementary and alternative medicine continue to gain recognition and acceptance, reflexology is likely to play a significant role. Here are some projected advancements:</p><p><br /></p><p>1. Research and evidence: Continued research into reflexology will expand our understanding of its mechanisms and effectiveness. This will contribute to building a stronger evidence base, supporting its integration into mainstream healthcare.</p><p><br /></p><p>2. Integration with conventional medicine: Reflexology may become more integrated into conventional medical settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and wellness centers. Healthcare professionals may recommend or incorporate reflexology as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for various conditions.</p><p><br /></p><p>3. Specialized applications: Reflexology may evolve to include specialized applications for specific health issues. For example, targeted protocols may be developed for conditions like chronic pain management, cancer support, mental health, and more.</p><p><br /></p><p>4. Technological advancements: Technology could be leveraged to enhance the practice of reflexology. Innovations like smart insoles or devices may provide real-time feedback and assist in locating precise reflex points, optimizing treatment outcomes.</p><p><br /></p><p>5. Personalized approaches: With the growing focus on personalized medicine, reflexology may adapt to offer individualized treatments. Reflexologists might incorporate client-specific assessments, tailoring sessions to address unique needs and preferences.</p><p><br /></p><p>6. Wellness and preventive care: Reflexology's potential in promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and overall well-being may see it increasingly incorporated into wellness programs and preventive care strategies. It may be employed to support individuals in maintaining good health and preventing health issues before they arise.</p><p><br /></p><p>While these projections highlight potential future developments, it's important to note that reflexology should always be practiced by well-trained professionals and used alongside conventional medical care.</p><p><br /></p><p>Love to hear your comments,</p><p><br /></p><p>Please share this.</p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-59387255443325199332023-11-22T13:07:00.007-07:002023-11-22T13:07:00.150-07:00<p><span style="font-size: large;"> Research: Arthritis and Paraffin Wax Use</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Research found use of the paraffin waxer fifteen minutes a day for three weeks with hands dipped 10 times into the wax results in significant improvements after for those with arthritic hands:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significant improvements in hands pain and stiffness when the hands were at rest</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significant improvement in pain during activities of daily living</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significant improvement in range of motion</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significantly higher grip and pinch strength</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significant decrease in the number of painful and tender joints</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">• significant improvement in pain at rest and during ADL, ROM (range of motion) of the right hand, and pain and stiffness dimensions of the AUSCAN (pain, disability and joint stiffness in hand osteoarthritis)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">In other words, “Those who used the paraffin wax experienced more pain relief and stronger hands compared to those who did not use the paraffin wax. Overall, the group using the hot wax treatments seemed to</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> have a little easier time doing all those mundane daily activities like buttoning shirts and tying shoelaces. “ (http://www.healthcentral.com/ osteoarthritis/c/240381/160434/treatments-arthritic/)</span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-76173832929067858212023-11-21T08:00:00.001-07:002023-11-21T08:00:00.142-07:00<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96AeQCX7q4I8zkWU2k7SUIr9En6pOW28kdgB5uY2bdo6pwgOJF43-F5tDMjHa42756_NqAA-h1mrhojscR-73g7ZNbQtkpEVMqlc5b3tvYftkPfXmYaF9kz-nkEg9-2Rb2c17xhgpUPyogoFiJwBZBhyphenhyphenmQGdFxNwI9_M1YJGVIGi_3wiQ0UZzlEVEGBu2/s374/ancient.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="192" data-original-width="374" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96AeQCX7q4I8zkWU2k7SUIr9En6pOW28kdgB5uY2bdo6pwgOJF43-F5tDMjHa42756_NqAA-h1mrhojscR-73g7ZNbQtkpEVMqlc5b3tvYftkPfXmYaF9kz-nkEg9-2Rb2c17xhgpUPyogoFiJwBZBhyphenhyphenmQGdFxNwI9_M1YJGVIGi_3wiQ0UZzlEVEGBu2/w640-h328/ancient.gif" width="640" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> Egyptian Pictograph IS Reflexology</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Yes, the familiar Egyptian pictograph of work on feet is reflexology.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">It’s been a matter of debate over the years: what does the pictograph from the tomb of Ankh-Mahor in Saqarra, Egypt? Surgery? Massage? A pedicure? Or, is it reflexology?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">To read about the debate, see http://reflexologylive.blogspot.com/2016/04/ancient- egyptian-footwork-reflexology.html</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Engy El-Kilany of Minia University cites his reasons for the the pictograph as a depiction of reflexology in his article “Foot Care: Uncommon Scenes in Ancient Egypt.” Among his thoughts: there is no mention of practitioner titles as pedicurists or manicurists; no instruments are shown to indicate surgery; “the practitioners handling the tips of fingers and toes in such a way which may cause some pain; this is a further evidence that this is a reflexology service and not a pedicure;”and “accompanying texts that represent the manipulation of hands and feet for medical purpose.”</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> Also included in this interesting article is commentary on the importance of foot care as part of cleanliness and grooming in ancient Egypt. The rich had special care while commoners received care at markets. Depicted as following behind the King is a sandal bearer with sandals in one hand an a ewer to hold water for a foot washing.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Read more and take a look at the full illustrations of 13 foot care scenes from ancient time in Egypt.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">https://www.academia.edu/30479988/ Foot_Care_Uncommon_Scenes_in_Ancient_Egypt_By_Engy_El_Kilany_Associat ed_Professor_in_Tourist_Guidance_Dep_Faculty_of_Tourism_and_Hotels.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Read about the discovery of the pictograph, the find of a lifetime for one reflexologist http://reflexologylive.blogspot.com/2016/04/history-rediscovered-story-of- egyptian.html</span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-56672971673913336552023-11-20T12:18:00.005-07:002023-11-20T13:06:37.623-07:00Reflexes do matter<div class="separator"><p style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></p></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Reflex areas do matter.</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">The right reflex area can make a difference. A difference to an individual. A difference in research. </span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">It’s always nice to wake up to good news. You’ll read our good news below but first the lead up story.</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">A friend of a friend needed help. It was the height of Covid and and his was a serious case. Bill followed medical protocols but he after the initial infection passed his symptoms continued. He had long Covid with symptoms persisting. </span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">We had followed Covid symptoms and research. We’d come up with a theory about long Covid. A myriad of symptoms resulted from long Covid. We became convinced that the root of many symptoms was impact on the vagus nerve.</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Bill lived 2,000 miles away. We knew we needed a self help approach. Kevin devised a self-help program to help him stimulate the vagus nerve reflex area. Targeted were the reflex vagus reflex areas on both hands and feet. As Bill came to say, Kevin’s got me to be one with my vagus nerve. You could say Bill was devoted to his vagus nerve. He would occasionally retreat to a bathroom stall to work on his feet when symptoms popped up and he was sitting in a restaurant.</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Here’s what he sent this morning:</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Your tips on stimulating the vagus nerve certainly helped me during Covid recovery... will forever be grateful to Sandy/Harry for connecting us... you were a saviour during some pretty dark days!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!</span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>Reflex areas do matter.</b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>The right reflex area can make a difference. A difference to an individual. A difference in research. </b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>It’s always nice to wake up to good news. You’ll read our good news below but first the lead up story.</b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>A friend of a friend needed help. It was the height of Covid and and his was a serious case. Bill followed medical protocols but he after the initial infection passed his symptoms continued. He had long Covid with symptoms persisting. </b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>We had followed Covid symptoms and research. We’d come up with a theory about long Covid. A myriad of symptoms resulted from long Covid. We became convinced that the root of many symptoms was impact on the vagus nerve.</b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>Bill lived 2,000 miles away. We knew we needed a self help approach. Kevin devised a self-help program to help him stimulate the vagus nerve reflex area. Targeted were the reflex vagus reflex areas on both hands and feet. As Bill came to say, Kevin’s got me to be one with my vagus nerve. You could say Bill was devoted to his vagus nerve. He would occasionally retreat to a bathroom stall to work on his feet when symptoms popped up and he was sitting in a restaurant.</b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></span></b></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>Here’s what he sent this morning:</b></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-kerning: none; font-size: large;"><b>Your tips on stimulating the vagus nerve certainly helped me during Covid recovery... will forever be grateful to Sandy/Harry for connecting us... you were a saviour during some pretty dark days!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!</b></span></div>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-45811724327327572042023-11-13T17:00:00.001-07:002023-11-13T17:00:00.178-07:00 Exciting News!!! Analysis of brain images has begun<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDMGg1_JmJi1s0DBjjSukOtp2r4xVVaq5AD2bWlh_FTPar8dULIx5gX10nOWVLh6JL0dhZZ2mkCqSUU3Wbti4jY85hHPEVAIfhR8dPH5q7PRrYC9RGKS_tUVWCl2tFf2p-lpoVQhSga_1DlUlriou88NQAKLlqQwYEGJ-auE6d10L3Ww2KfVSHmlpsDLxi/s640/IMG_3431.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDMGg1_JmJi1s0DBjjSukOtp2r4xVVaq5AD2bWlh_FTPar8dULIx5gX10nOWVLh6JL0dhZZ2mkCqSUU3Wbti4jY85hHPEVAIfhR8dPH5q7PRrYC9RGKS_tUVWCl2tFf2p-lpoVQhSga_1DlUlriou88NQAKLlqQwYEGJ-auE6d10L3Ww2KfVSHmlpsDLxi/s320/IMG_3431.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQnWjFcgD_tQIA1b6YeDxDDlCeyS54aDwxjv5veoVAMEmKEtLMwbXtiHldWwes1AZTC3jH534PZpGin4DR1J0SqGmuNv1kfOIktMadgUiqzoQBEMijvdCdcgPlMinPZkhPJS9pyXZ1_Xh50QzTOMWBzCPOinoqxSOKEWpMDP4WZZYzLWpMdfzJpqQfJ9p6/s640/IMG_3439.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQnWjFcgD_tQIA1b6YeDxDDlCeyS54aDwxjv5veoVAMEmKEtLMwbXtiHldWwes1AZTC3jH534PZpGin4DR1J0SqGmuNv1kfOIktMadgUiqzoQBEMijvdCdcgPlMinPZkhPJS9pyXZ1_Xh50QzTOMWBzCPOinoqxSOKEWpMDP4WZZYzLWpMdfzJpqQfJ9p6/s320/IMG_3439.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px;">Exciting News!!! Analysis of brain images has begun. </span><p></p><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">The next step in validation of reflexology has begun. Thanks to your contributions, the analysis of brain images gathered during the research project Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology is underway.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Preliminary analysis of data has resulted in the first stage of release of findings to the scientific community. An abstract by principle researcher Dr. Stefan Posse of the University of New Mexico has been submitted for consideration for presentation at the annual meeting of the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine Meeting and Exhibition </span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; text-decoration: underline;"><span dir="ltr">May 4 - 9, 2024</span></span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"> in Singapore. (<a class="" href="https://www.ismrm.org/24m/"><span class="" style="color: #0a60ff; font-kerning: none;">https://www.ismrm.org/24m/</span></a>). </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">The abstract is titled “Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology using Real-Time Task-Based and Resting-State fMRI in Controls and Patients with Stroke”<b class=""></b>authored by Dr. Stefan Posse, Kevin Kunz, Barbara Kunz, Dr. Ann Van de Winckel, Michael Wolf and Dr. Essa Yacoub.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px; text-align: justify;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Barbara and Kevin Kunz are included as authors following participation in the research and meeting requirements as Biomedical Research Investigators.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">In addition deeper analysis is underway by neuroscientists at University of Minnesota School of Medicine</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">working under a $10,000 contract drawn from contributions by individuals around the world and administered in a fund by the non-profit <a class="" href="http://unmfund.org/"><span class="" style="color: #0a60ff; font-kerning: none;">unmfund.org</span></a> at the University of New Mexico.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Analysis of the data involves the 82,000 to 83,000 brain images collected during reflexology applied to healthy volunteers in sessions in April and stroke patients in September, 2023 at the Center for Magnetic Resonance Research, School of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 32px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">It is not possible to announce results until they have been presented or a scientific paper has been published. That is a fundamental rule regarding scientific research.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><b class="">Your continuing help needed</b></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 34px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">We are still raising money to complete the analysis of the extensive number of brain images gathered thanks to previous contributions. Please help us finish this historic research project. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 34px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">We are in the process of raising an additional $50,000 in funds to finish the analysis of brain images. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 34px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">If we all give $10 or more there are enough of us to meet this goal. Please make a tax deductible donation now. The link to the UNM Fund, a non-profit, is below. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 34px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Times; font-size: 28px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 28px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology <a class="" href="https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/"><span class="" style="color: #0a60ff; font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/</span></a></span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-37358270665833894112023-10-04T08:58:00.005-06:002023-10-04T09:16:15.371-06:00Resuscitation and Reflexology <div class="separator"><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">New research opens the door for new thoughts about the life saving role of CPR in resuscitation following cardiac arrest. With it comes new ideas about the use of reflexology.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Researchers explored biomarkers, physiological activity taking place while CPR was applied to hospitalized patients experiencing cardiac arrest. The most surprising: while the individuals in the study showed no outward signs of life, their brains showed signs of life for as long as 40 to 60 minutes into CPR. (<a class="" href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2023.109903"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2023.109903</span></a>)</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">In addition, some survivors of the near death experience could recall the resuscitation efforts and/or thoughts they had. Furthermore, researchers hypothesize such biomarkers of periods of “lucidity” found during CPR could also be explored in people with dementia who sometime experience moments of clarity. Researchers will pursue further efforts to discover what happens to biomarkers during resuscitation and any relationship to individuals with dementia.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">The tie to reflexology comes with what the researchers were measuring during resuscitation efforts: EEG brain waves and oxygen levels. Included in the published work were findings from a previous study reporting activity of gamma brain waves during CPR efforts. </span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Results from reflexology research discovered increased gamma brain wave activity when technique was applied to the centers of the big toes. (<a class="" href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29857878/"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29857878/</span></a>) This area is commonly labeled pituitary reflex area. It is the traditional reflexology reflex area used for revival from fainting or in resuscitation efforts. Kevin Kunz has documented two case studies of positive resuscitation efforts. Other reflexologists have noted such experiences. A protrusion of this part of the big toe is also considered as a possible sign of Alzheimer’s by Kunz and Kunz.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Read more about resuscitation study:</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">• <a class="" href="https://nyulangone.org/news/patients-recall-death-experiences-after-cardiac-arrest#:~:text=Up%20to%20an%20hour%20after%20their%20hearts%20had%20stopped%2C%20some,linked%20to%20thought%20and%20memory"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://nyulangone.org/news/patients-recall-death-experiences-after-cardiac-arrest#:~:text=Up%20to%20an%20hour%20after%20their%20hearts%20had%20stopped%2C%20some,linked%20to%20thought%20and%20memory</span></a></span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 21.7px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">• <a class="" href="https://nyulangone.org/news/new-studies-explore-end-life-cognitive-thought-improved-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-methods"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-size: 21.7px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">https://nyulangone.org/news/new-studies-explore-end-life-cognitive-thought-improved-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-methods</span></a>)</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; color: #094fd1; font-family: Times; font-size: 21.7px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; text-decoration: underline;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Read more about resuscitation study:( <a class="" href="https://nyulangone.org/news/patients-recall-death-experiences-after-cardiac-arrest#:~:text=Up%20to%20an%20hour%20after%20their%20hearts%20had%20stopped%2C%20some,linked%20to%20thought%20and%20memory"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">https://nyulangone.org/news/patients-recall-death-experiences-after-cardiac-arrest#:~:text=Up%20to%20an%20hour%20after%20their%20hearts%20had%20stopped%2C%20some,linked%20to%20thought%20and%20memory</span></a>)</span></div><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 14.7px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="background-color: white; font-kerning: none;">(<a class="" href="https://nyulangone.org/news/new-studies-explore-end-life-cognitive-thought-improved-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-methods"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://nyulangone.org/news/new-studies-explore-end-life-cognitive-thought-improved-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-methods</span></a></span><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">)</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/2002_CPR_Technique.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="557" data-original-width="800" height="223" src="https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/2002_CPR_Technique.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p></div>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-84719670289069404102023-09-05T07:00:00.003-06:002023-09-05T07:00:39.126-06:0070 countries heard from on Facebook as of this morning. <p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXwI0t_FHl5i_Ur4kEM6yKZcyMLef7DVje8dpnQGEDfvYkR1Q1EAvloxtt9S-j4z_NycYPrFhOjzqCMKVOy_FwPF0GdfJ2BTDmq9FZjQgepIovgnBZ7MgDSORmFvYE7tFvOjsgqo5uo6JP9h8kZv7EjOYolo9E4W_XZmBo8lM21vRBUM_KlEPt9ZmwzlFl/s800/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXwI0t_FHl5i_Ur4kEM6yKZcyMLef7DVje8dpnQGEDfvYkR1Q1EAvloxtt9S-j4z_NycYPrFhOjzqCMKVOy_FwPF0GdfJ2BTDmq9FZjQgepIovgnBZ7MgDSORmFvYE7tFvOjsgqo5uo6JP9h8kZv7EjOYolo9E4W_XZmBo8lM21vRBUM_KlEPt9ZmwzlFl/s320/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" width="256" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> Dear Friends of Reflexology</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">We have reach 70 countries as of this morning. We had no idea how widespread reflexology, it is indeed heartwarming. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">A piece of good news about the progress on Phase 3 of the functional MRI study we are doing at the School of Medicine, University of Minnesota. We are doing the clinical part of the study with stroke patients. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">We now have lined up three volunteer participants. And we have a fourth volunteer from here in Albuquerque willing to come to UMN to be part of the study. Hopefully we will be able to clear the necessary paperwork to have him become a part of this. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The scanning time is being booked. Plane tickets have been purchased. On September 25 we plan to start scanning. Just like phase 1 reflexology techniques will be applied as the scanning is taking place. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Thank you to all those who have donated to this study. We have enough to do a preliminary analysis of the proof of concept of this study. The end product of this is hopefully validating the field we love. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">If you haven’t donated please consider doing so to help make further progress in validating reflexology and getting credibility it deserves. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Onward and upward!!! Please share this with all your friends. We have a bright future ahead!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">All the best </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Barbara and Kevin</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology <a href="https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/">https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/</a></span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-48214165864861215052023-08-22T08:00:00.014-06:002023-08-22T08:00:00.152-06:00Gravity Therapy<p></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-align: center;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><i class="">“Medical studies on astronauts show that gravity-challenging, all-day movement is more essential to good health than traditional exercise” <br class="" />Dr Joan Veernikos</i></span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Get up! You’re sitting too much!! Just kidding. </span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Ok, not really. We’ve been very serious for a number of years about the health implications of sitting too much and taking steps every day. So much so that we’ve written two books about it and, yes, we wear Apple watches that count our steps every day. </span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Why is this so important? Every step you take applies pressure to your feet. Reflexology is quality pressure for the feet. Walking is quantity pressure for the feet. Both are paths to health with benefits documented by research.</span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">So interesting was the topic of pressure to the feet and sitting too much that Barbara spent four years researching it. Actually this lead to a side research project about the challenges of living in space, the role of a living environment without gravity and what reflexology could do to help. </span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">In all those years Barbara had never encountered a newly discovered idea, “gravity deprivation,” as a reason why sitting too much is a health problem. Gravity therapy as presented by Dr. Joan Vernikos is countering the deprivation by, you guessed it, not sitting too much. </span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">(You can imagine our interpretation: gravity deprivation = pressure to the feet deprivation.) </span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">Dr. Vernikos is “a space pioneer researcher and former Head of NASA Life Sciences.” She notes: “My years of research and my background as a physiologist have led me to conclude that many of today’s health problems can be linked to gravity deprivation. Diseases such as Syndrome-X (Metabolic Syndrome), diabetes, balance problems and obesity might be significantly alleviated with a minimum daily dose of gravity. Think of it as gravity therapy.” Dr. Vernikos had thought a lot about the lack of gravity in space living during her 30 year career at NASA. She drew parallels to life on gravity rich Earth, sitting too much and health implications to write her book <i class="">Sitting Kills</i>.</span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“From the very moment we are born, gravity is guiding the development of every single cell in our being. Efficient upright posture in standing is our reference point for all other movement. Gravity allows our brains to build maps based on the position of our head in space so we may always control and predict the safety of our own movements and to know where we are in space.</span></p><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“As gravity is a constant force our nervous systems have developed and are supported by what we may call ‘constant senses’. The constant sensory systems are muscle spindles and the vestibular system.”</span></div><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">(<a class="" href="https://spaceref.com/press-release/nasa-space-expert-dr-joan-vernikos-launches-gravity-revolution/"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://spaceref.com/press-release/nasa-space-expert-dr-joan-vernikos-launches-gravity-revolution/</span></a>)</span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"><b class="">Why would this be? As noted by blogger AMN Academy:</b></span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“Say Hello to the Vestibular System, one of the three most influential neurological systems in the entire brain.</span></p><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“A phylogenetically ancient system that can drive our parasympathetic state, it lowers our blood pressure, facilitates digestion, keeps us upright, reflexively fires our extensor muscles, and keeps us balanced.</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 19px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“This part of our brain evolved from our aquatic ancestors, and from sea to land we have evolved in an environment governed by gravity which has resulted in the activity of constant vestibular signalling.…</span></div><div class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; background-color: white; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 19px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br class="" /></div><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">“The less we move the less we interact with gravity. The advent of modern technology that saves us from washing clothes in the river, washing the dishes and home cooking, hugely reduce the frequency of posture altering, gravity relevant movements that generations before us practiced as standard. Dr Joan’s work showed that the best thing we can do to offset the modern lifestyle is moving from sitting to standing! The more often you alter your posture to that of standing, the greater the effect.”</span></p><p class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">(<a class="" href="https://blog.amnacademy.com/2017/01/19/poop-puke-and-pass-out-a-guide-to-stimulating-the-vestibular-system/"><span class="" style="font-kerning: none;">https://blog.amnacademy.com/2017/01/19/poop-puke-and-pass-out-a-guide-to-stimulating-the-vestibular-system/</span></a>)</span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-28540005074247766452023-08-22T07:30:00.004-06:002023-08-22T07:30:00.142-06:00Making of the Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgl_Vam0L616-X234pPH6rRyiwv8Y7I0ez4W77d9K1-4A44Dl47RG9JPZqiOPHoXMbK5jSGQgYuXo36_b72BmzaqLEgWL4gIwD6ycV8P2P5jswx63-u81JJrRgs3PXYgWi0D0gq2NHQXtIYPcN_RYzyF-0aeBkYwPfmijosBOBuQ-bCahSC07SaH91l9Fh/s120/book%231.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="120" data-original-width="100" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgl_Vam0L616-X234pPH6rRyiwv8Y7I0ez4W77d9K1-4A44Dl47RG9JPZqiOPHoXMbK5jSGQgYuXo36_b72BmzaqLEgWL4gIwD6ycV8P2P5jswx63-u81JJrRgs3PXYgWi0D0gq2NHQXtIYPcN_RYzyF-0aeBkYwPfmijosBOBuQ-bCahSC07SaH91l9Fh/w266-h320/book%231.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><br /> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px;">We’ve now written and had published 23 books. They’re in 24 languages and 56 plus foreign editions. </span><p></p><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"><br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">Everything begins somewhere and for us it was 1980 and <i>The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology</i>.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">We started with nothing. No money. No experience. All we had was a determination that reflexology would live on with a book. At that time reflexology was a verbal tradition spread by word of mouth, an idea we worried would die if not written down. We started and soon we had more - others who wanted to help. Friends and reflexology clients joined in to create a book. </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">Times were different then. A manuscript was hand written on yellow pad then typewritten and edited and corrected then typewritten again and passed on to the operator of a typesetting machine. The typeset material was hand pasted onto paper with as many as 50 piece of typeset on a single page. Book design, illustrations and graphics were created by a single person, first time production department (Barbara). (Kevin was at the office, seeing 40 clients a week.) Books finished we threw them into the trunk of our car and drove 800 miles to a health convention to introduce the book. We sold out.</span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 18px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"></span><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;">It’s been a lot of years and we can look back with fondness and appreciation for the help and support. But it was work, all consuming work seven days a week for a year. There have been more books but that first one was an irreplaceable experience - the camaraderie, the sense of accomplishment, the feeling of a mission </span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology: 3rd Revision https://a.co/d/5Aa7tRG </div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">ebook<u> <a href="https://a.co/d/64oULfo" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">https://a.co/d/64oULfo</a></u></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"><br /></span></div><div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: Times; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-kerning: none;"><br /></span></div>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-18004688238381579332023-07-28T09:10:00.000-06:002023-07-28T09:10:06.149-06:00Tracey Smith of the association of Reflexologist interviews Dr, Posse, and the Kunzes<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVa84xkRPRuxj0BrmYUlZZq4Fb8in18k1hmERTfDxeqIBiIGT3JF3YgqsEDbTaIP3sHCBSyvwUI0m8f7G0zRFfu2HZJR0aytQ00RC3-4jfc2MOEH4wqBodPPAM9XXwKYuO9y_2nE94KgJeJn27Z3cmTkk-qq2pdbqh9BOUvQJ4DQWIzme-uI7CiZArlhjP/s4032/IMG_1224.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVa84xkRPRuxj0BrmYUlZZq4Fb8in18k1hmERTfDxeqIBiIGT3JF3YgqsEDbTaIP3sHCBSyvwUI0m8f7G0zRFfu2HZJR0aytQ00RC3-4jfc2MOEH4wqBodPPAM9XXwKYuO9y_2nE94KgJeJn27Z3cmTkk-qq2pdbqh9BOUvQJ4DQWIzme-uI7CiZArlhjP/s320/IMG_1224.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjonafYX8iBZ6Y9_UFDpcCV4ObgHZ-az1bM6IJbkJGJI2ts5AJc7YnnUmi7mtatGrrn3ZWMxb5bUySZaedooVadqyUAPJlw7ne9bK8VR0ACAXOXaQ7JAh5IY03IP9PsNWTQAW8MDmQ_UNNXoN9FTpdj7uCLMyrc4T04T2VCBSGVBBJz4-cGebOwPIIsK5zV/s800/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjonafYX8iBZ6Y9_UFDpcCV4ObgHZ-az1bM6IJbkJGJI2ts5AJc7YnnUmi7mtatGrrn3ZWMxb5bUySZaedooVadqyUAPJlw7ne9bK8VR0ACAXOXaQ7JAh5IY03IP9PsNWTQAW8MDmQ_UNNXoN9FTpdj7uCLMyrc4T04T2VCBSGVBBJz4-cGebOwPIIsK5zV/s320/843AB038-5585-4E7B-B35D-BA173CDD1940.jpeg" width="256" /></a></div><p></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0 0 0 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRogDobCE9I">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRogDobCE9I</a></p></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-6947989584695180652023-07-24T13:30:00.000-06:002023-07-24T13:30:23.168-06:00<p><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">New Ventilator Research Insights from Barbara Kunz</span></span></p><span style="font-size: large;"><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">A review of reflexology studies targeting the critically ill demonstrates the value of research to the future of reflexology. Assessment of 10 studies of reflexology applied to patients supported by mechanical ventilation shows possibilities of the medical applications of reflexology as well as directions for the reflexologist’s work with clientele.</span><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">Shown to be beneficial for a one-time reflexology application of 20 to 40 minutes is affect on physiological parameters. These indicators of the body’s basic state of health are important to all hospitalized patients as well as any healthy individual. The indicators include heart rate, respiratory rate, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure and oxygen saturation level. Researchers note their relationship to helping the mechanically ventilated patient maintain basic body functions compromised by the anxiety of machine supported breathing and surroundings of the ICU. </span><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">Researchers have found success using reflexology to specifically address anxiety. Lessened anxiety translates into less time on mechanical ventilation and less use of sedation, both areas of concern for complications for patients.</span><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">For the reflexologist the studies show the benefits of purposeful, directed technique application to specific reflex areas to achieve specific goals for the client. Further possibilities include future use of reflexology and employment of reflexologists in medical settings. </span><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;" /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;">Credible reflexology research will further grow the future of reflexology and reflexologists.</span></span>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-32715254898595533762023-07-21T08:32:00.000-06:002023-07-21T08:32:28.527-06:00Difficult situation<p> Dear friends</p><p>This is the hardest post I have ever had to write. We may have to abandon the functional MRI study due to a lack of funds. So far according to the UNM Fund we have raised just 2000 US dollars. This is well short of what is needed for phase 2 of this project. </p><p><br /></p><p>Phase 1 has been completed. It is called a proof of concept study. It involved applying reflexology as brain scans were being performed. The 2000-3000 scans are sitting there awaiting analysis. </p><p><br /></p><p>Unfortunately this is where this data may remain if we don’t come up with the money to pay a qualified researcher to finish what is potentially the validation of reflexology. </p><p><br /></p><p>We may be having a technical problem with the donation page at the UNM Fund. Some donators have complained that the overseas donations have not gotten through. If this happened to you would you please let us know immediately. We will set up a GoFundMe fund right away. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you have donated please check to see it went through your account. Again let us know either here or through Facebook Messenger (Kevin Kunz).</p><p><br /></p><p>Otherwise we are at a crossroad. One direction leads to legitimacy and acceptance by science and medicine. The other leads to the status quo with a continued lack of credibility and all that goes with it. </p><p><br /></p><p>Let us all build a brighter future for all of us. We all deserve it and Reflexology deserves it as well. Make a donation today!!! Please share this with everyone you know. </p><p>Thank you</p><p>Kevin Kunz </p><p><br /></p><p>Neural Pathways of Applied Reflexology https://www.unmfund.org/fund/npar-fund/</p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-10376649373630124552023-07-15T06:43:00.000-06:002023-07-15T06:43:34.559-06:00My Words of Wisdom for a 15 Year Old<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUTTSybJ24pGDuIDzpuc9Ej9CY2KDmieC2q4ZeUFAc3h2enSzCyCZFDYYpMcXLVzm4oMJQQC7hL6Us5vYr5an5_8sjb2PzDWyeQQjwZuTvOAmeOqjqtUqX6eatiknFZ8VWajtASvf1ECcgmnQbZncynh0yJKv6Xdcp-7FIHcDoQKUHUhomKCQ4H58RXa-p/s499/518auDZCGHL._SX391_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="393" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUTTSybJ24pGDuIDzpuc9Ej9CY2KDmieC2q4ZeUFAc3h2enSzCyCZFDYYpMcXLVzm4oMJQQC7hL6Us5vYr5an5_8sjb2PzDWyeQQjwZuTvOAmeOqjqtUqX6eatiknFZ8VWajtASvf1ECcgmnQbZncynh0yJKv6Xdcp-7FIHcDoQKUHUhomKCQ4H58RXa-p/s320/518auDZCGHL._SX391_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg" width="252" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />I worked on a 15 year old yesterday.in my reflexology practice.</span>. <p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I thought at the time what words of wisdom would I impart on this poor child? What would I have wanted to know at that age? </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">My answer in my head was the vagus nerve and how to control it. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I wish I had know at that age about how to control the vagus nerve. And how the vagus nerve impacts our emotion and physical well being. Also it would have been helpful to know how the vagus nerve puts the brakes on inflammation and makes stress manageable.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">So I told her I would be happy to teach her about to take control of the vagus nerve. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">So here goes. If you are feeling anxious, depressed or just unmotivated go into the bathroom splash cold water on your face.It </span><span style="font-size: x-large;">will trigger a shift in your vagus nerve,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;">OR just rub your feet and hands. Get a facial or get a full body massage or reflexology session. Get your ears rubbed or maybe even an Indian head rub. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: x-large;">Take a deep breath.Try box breathing. Learn to mediate. Or laugh, sing, gargle, and hum. Be grateful or feel compassion. Find a friend or family member to talk to or socialize with. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">All these activities can stimulate your vagus nerve (there are many more, goggle it). </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Stimulating the vagus nerve switches your nervous system from fight or flight to a more restful and healing state. It shuts down the inflammation that causes disease, emotional turmoil and just plain angst.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">One of my clients marveled at how our reflexology sessions put her in “a state of wellness” despite her intense professional career. Didn’t matter what was going on at the moment. It helped her shift gears. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">So sprinkle these activities through out your day, Remember the trick is to not only interrupt stress but do it frequently. Choose your favorite approach.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">These young kids have been through a lot from pandemics to school shooting. I think we owe it to them to teach them how work on their vagal tone. Hopefully it will teach them not only how to cope but to thrive in this crazy mixed up world.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Lucky kid! She gets my words of wisdom. I bet she can’t wait!!!</span></p><p><br /></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-58642791193952904142023-07-14T08:18:00.005-06:002023-07-14T08:55:29.178-06:00 Mechanical ventilation dosing <div class="separator"><p style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">What is accomplished in a single reflexology session? And, can parallels be drawn between findings in researched reflexology application to critically ill patients and relatively healthy, typical reflexology clients?</span></p></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ventilators.jpg">https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ventilators.jpg</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Intriguing questions into this issue are raised by research into reflexology and critically ill patients supported by mechanical ventilation. Such researchers made decisions about “dosing,” how much directed, purposeful pressure applied to the feet could influence the patients in a specific way. They decide which reflex areas would create the sought after responses. They then proceeded with reflexology application with measurements throughout the patient experience. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">One research project explored physiologic indicators and weaning from mechanical ventilation with 15-20 minutes of reflexology applied to each foot and three specific reflex areas (heart, lung, solar plexus). Researchers found statistically significant differences between patients in the intervention (reflexology) group and those in the control group. Included were statistically significant better physiological indicators (heart rate, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure mean arterial pressure and oxygen saturation with significant differences in respiratory rate) in the reflexology group. In addition the patients in the reflexology group were “weaned” from mechanical ventilators 165 minutes sooner than patients in the control group. indicators and weaning from mechanical ventilation with 15-20 minutes of reflexology applied to each foot and three specific reflex areas (heart, lung, solar plexus). Researchers found statistically significant differences between patients in the intervention (reflexology) group and those in the control group. Included were statistically significant better physiological indicators (heart rate, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure mean arterial pressure and oxygen saturation with significant differences in respiratory rate) in the reflexology group. In addition the patients in the reflexology group were “weaned” from mechanical ventilators 165 minutes sooner than patients in the control group.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Elsayed, Amira, Kandeel, Nahed, El-Aziz, Wafaa, “The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Physiological Indicators and Mechanical Ventilation Weaning Time among Open-Heart Surgery Patients” American Journal of Nursing Research. 2019, 7(4), 412-419 DOI: 10.12691/ajnr-7-4-2</span></p>Kevin Kunzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13507881298322771191noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8065795456768230062.post-9573314940591387012023-07-10T13:28:00.000-06:002023-07-10T13:28:21.541-06:00Kunz and Kunz as referenced in medical literature<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Evidenced Based Reflexology Research: For Health Professionals and Researchers <a href="https://a.co/d/53jRk2q">https://a.co/d/53jRk2q</a> </p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3xx-tBFSY1wxcpxjPWf_bLKNm4fBZl4bwTKJsfFIngjsyNX4AH-mChjI_NSMzq-jYPo8ZUU5Z8g4bA5rKbDF-ev_pFbJhTmC4GhXlpcRAtql-VggnDHdRUoQZbj8k8APLl-25rVYgg-UKT5jBl3_wRuZmwacEYtxD1NDZXq9HrQGVY8yeBowtZcz8H9L0/s499/51wGrs5L2XL._SX384_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="386" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3xx-tBFSY1wxcpxjPWf_bLKNm4fBZl4bwTKJsfFIngjsyNX4AH-mChjI_NSMzq-jYPo8ZUU5Z8g4bA5rKbDF-ev_pFbJhTmC4GhXlpcRAtql-VggnDHdRUoQZbj8k8APLl-25rVYgg-UKT5jBl3_wRuZmwacEYtxD1NDZXq9HrQGVY8yeBowtZcz8H9L0/s320/51wGrs5L2XL._SX384_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg" width="248" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">From Japan, Egypt and Israel to Malaysia, India, Turkey and China there is recent reflexology research to be discovered. And, Kunz and Kunz written works are a source of information as listed in the references of nineteen studies in these and other countries.</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Take a tour of the world of research. A link to the full study or abstract is indicated for 18 of the 19 following studies.</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">I. Miura, N., 1, Akitsuki, Y., Sekiguchi, A. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">et al. </span>“Activity in the primary somatosensory cortex induced by reflexological stimulation is unaffected by pseudo-information: a functional magnetic resonance imaging study.” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">BMC Complement Altern Med</span> 13<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-BoldMT" style="font-weight: bold;">, </span>114 (2013). PMID: 23711332 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3668141/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3668141/</a>)</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K, Kunz B: “Understanding the science and Art of reflexology." <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Alternat Complement Ther. </span>1995, 1: 183-186. 10.1089/act.1995.1.183.</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Department of Information and Communication Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Tohoku Institute of Technology, Sendai, Japan.</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">II. Elsayed, Amira, Kandeel, Nahed, El-Aziz, Wafaa, “The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Physiological Indicators and Mechanical Ventilation Weaning Time among Open-Heart Surgery Patients” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">American Journal of Nursing Research</span>. 2019, 7(4), 412-419 DOI: 10.12691/ajnr-7-4-2 (Full study <a href="http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajnr/7/4/2/index.html">http://pubs.sciepub.com/ajnr/7/4/2/index.html</a>) </span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Use of Kunz material to conduct study:</span></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">“The reflexology procedure was performed by the primary investigator. The steps of foot reflexology technique were adopted from Kunz and Kunz. [31]… as well as contributing to selection of “ … the points on the planter surface of the foot which may be responsible for stabilization of physiological indicators and reduction of ventilation dependence were chosen” [16<span style="color: #333333;">, </span>30<span style="color: #333333;">, </span>31<span style="color: #333333;">, </span>32<span style="color: #333333;">.</span>]. </span></p>
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<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">[31] Kunz, B. & Kunz, K. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Complete Reflexology for Life</span>, Dorling Kindersley Limited Publishing, United States 2007</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">III. Mohamed Abd Elrhman El Saied El Hoty, 1, Zinab Hussien Ali 2, Abd Elkawy,</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Abd Allah Elmoghazy, 3, “Effect of Reflexology on the Severity of Foot Pain and Quality of Life on Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis” IOSR<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"> Journal of Nursing and Health Science </span>Volume 9, Issue 4 Ser. III (Jul. – Aug. 2020), PP 23-35 (Full study: <a href="http://iosrjournals.org/iosr-jnhs/papers/vol9-issue4/Series-3/C0904032335.pdf">http://iosrjournals.org/iosr-jnhs/papers/vol9-issue4/Series-3/C0904032335.pdf</a>)</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Use of Kunz material to conduct study:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">“The steps of foot reflexology technique were adopted from (Kunz & Kunz, 2007).” </span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference</span>:</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz, B., & Kunz, K., (2007): <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Complete reflexology for life,</span> 1st Ed, Dorling Kindersley Limited publishing, United States.</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Assistant Lecturer of Medical Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">2 Professor of Medical Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt. 3 Assistant Professor of Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University,</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Egypt</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">IV. Dolatian M, Hasanpour A, Heshmat R, Alavi Majd H, (Department of Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran) ”The Effect of Reflexology on Pain Intensity of Labor” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Advances in Medical and Biomedical Research</span>, Fall 2010 , Volume 18, Number 73, Pages 52-61 PMID: 22737514 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3371987/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3371987/</a>)</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Use of Kunz material to conduct study:</span></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">“The work method (for the research study) was done based on the reference book of reflexology [Barbara and Kevin Kunz. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reflexology health at your fingertips.</span> USA. Newyork(sic). Uk publishing; 2003.] and approved by a specialist in reflexology.”</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">V. Attias, Samuel, 1,2, Sivan, Keren, 3, Avneri, Ofri, 1, Sagee, Avigail, 1, Ben-Arye, Eran, 4, 5, Grinberg, Ofra, 6, Sroka, Gideon, 5, 6, Matter, Ibrahim, 5, 6, Schiff, Elad, 1, 3, 7, “Analgesic Effects of Reflexology in Patients Undergoing Surgical Procedures: A Randomized Controlled Trial,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine</span>, 2018 Aug;24(8):809-815. PMID: 29883188 (Abstract: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29883188/">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29883188/</a>)</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz B, Kunz K. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology.</span> North Charleston, South Carolina: Create Space Independent Publishing Platform, 2011:2-3.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from: </span><span style="color: #5b616b;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
</span>1 Complementary and Integrative Surgery Service, and the Surgery Department, Bnai-Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>2 School of Public Health, University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>3 Internal Medicine Department, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>4 Integrative Oncology Program, The Oncology Service and Lin Medical Center, Clalit Health Services, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>5 Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, The Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>6 Department of General Surgery, Bnai-Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel .<span style="color: #5b616b;"><br />
</span>7 The International Center for Health, Law and Ethics, Haifa, Israel .</span></p>
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<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">VI. Yaser Abbaszedeh, 1, Atefeh Allahbakhshian, 2, Alehe Seyyedrasooli, 3, Parvin Sarbakhsh, 4, Sakineh Goljarian, 5, Naser, Safaei, 6, “Effects of Foot Reflexology on Anxiety and Physiological Parameters in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A Clinical Trial,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Complement Ther Clin Pract</span><span style="color: #0071bc;">. </span>2018 May;31:220-228. PMID: 29705459 (Abstract: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705459/">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29705459/</a>)<br />
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<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference:</span><br />
B. Kunz, K. Kunz, <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Complete Reflexology for Life</span>, Penguin, 2007.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1-6 Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran<br />
Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">VII</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Stephenson NL, Swanson M, Dalton J, Keefe FJ, Engelke M. Partner-delivered reflexology: effects on cancer pain and anxiety. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Oncol Nurs Forum</span>. 2007 Jan;34(1):127-32. doi: 10.1188/07.ONF.127-132. PMID: 17562639. (Abstract: <a href="https://onf.ons.org/onf/34/1/partner-delivered-reflexology-effects-cancer-pain-and-anxiety">https://onf.ons.org/onf/34/1/partner-delivered-reflexology-effects-cancer-pain-and-anxiety</a>)</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"></span><br /></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 14px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz, K., & Kunz, B. (1999). <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Medical applications of reflexology: Findings in research about safety, efficacy, mechanism of action and cost-effectiveness of reflexology</span>. Albuquerque, NM: Reflexology Research Project Press.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span> </span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">School of Nursing, East Carolina University, US</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;">VIII.<br />
Stephenson NLN, Dalton JA, “Using Reflexology for Pain Management: A Review,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Holistic Nursing</span>. 2004;21(2):179-191. PMID: 12794960dos:10. 1177/0898010103021002007<br />
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<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference:</span><br />
Kunz, K., & Kunz, B. (1999a). <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Hand Reflexology Workbook</span>. Albuquerque, NM; Reflexology Research Project Press</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span><br />
School of Nursing, East Carolina University, US</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">IX. Krishna Dalal, 1, V. Bharathi Maran, 1, Ravindra M. Pandey, 2, Manjari Tripathi, 3, “Determination of Efficacy of Reflexology in Managing Patients with Diabetic Neuropathy: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial”, <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine</span>, vol. 2014, PMID: 24527055 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3913279/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3913279/</a>)</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">K. Kunz and B. Kunz, <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology (Revised)</span>, Reflexology Research Project, Albuquerque, NM, USA, 1993.</span></p>
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Department of Biophysics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, India.</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">2 Department of Biostatistics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, India.</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">3 Department of Neurology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi 110 029, India.<br />
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<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;">X. NH Embong, a, YC Soh, a, LC Ming, ab, TW Wong, c, “Revisiting reflexology: Concept, evidence, current practice, and practitioner training” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine</span>, <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/22254110/5/4">Volume 5, Issue 4</a>, October 2015, Pages 197-206 PMID: 26587391 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4624523/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4624523/</a>)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">References:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">B. Kunz<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-BoldMT" style="font-weight: bold;">, </span><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reflexology Health at Your Fingertips: Hands-on Treatment for Vitality and Well-being</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">(2003), p. 160</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K., Kunz B. “Understanding the science and art of reflexology.” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Altern Complement Ther</span>. 1995;1:183–186.</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span> </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">a Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">b Brain Degeneration and Therapeutics Group, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences CoRe, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia</span></p>
<p style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">c Non-Destructive Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Research Centre, iPROMISE, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: Georgia; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XI.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">NH Embong, YC Soh, LC Ming, TW Wong, “Perspective on reflexology: A qualitative approach” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine</span>, Volume 7, Issue 3, July 2017, Pages 327-331, PMID: 28725628 (Full study:<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5506646/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5506646/</a>)</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"></span><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">K. Kunz, B. Kunz<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-BoldMT" style="font-weight: bold;">, “</span>Understanding the science and art of reflexology” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Altern Complementary Ther</span>, 1 (3) (1995), pp. 183-186</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">See above, X.</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XII. Tahereh Bahrami, MScN, 1, Nahid Rejeh, PhD, MScN, BScN, 2, Majideh Heravi-Karimooi, PhD, MScN, BScN, 2 Seyed Davood Tadrisi, MScN, 3, Mojtaba Vaismoradi, PhD, MScN, BScN, 4, “The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Hospital Anxiety and Depression in Female Older.” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork</span>—Volume 12, Number 3, September 2019 PMID: 31489059 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6715326/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6715326/</a>)</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K, Kunz B. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology (revised)</span>. Albuquerque, NM: Reflexology Research Project; 1993.</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from</span>: </span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahed University, Tehran, Iran</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">2 Elderly Care Research Center, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahed University, Tehran, Iran </span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">3 Faculty of Nursing, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran </span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">4 Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, Nord University, Bodø, Norway</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XIII. Simin Sharifi<span style="vertical-align: 5px;">1</span>, Ali Navidian<span style="vertical-align: 5px;">2</span>, Mozhgan Jahantigh<span style="vertical-align: 5px;">1 </span>and Abouzar Shamsoddini Lori<span style="vertical-align: 5px;">3 “</span>Investigating the Impact of Foot Reflexology on Severity of Fatigue in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: A Clinical Trial Study,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Medical Surgical Journal</span> 7 (1), July 2018 (Full study: <a href="https://sites.kowsarpub.com/msnj/articles/81634.html">https://sites.kowsarpub.com/msnj/articles/81634.html</a>)<br />
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<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference:</span><br />
Kunz K, Kunz B. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The Complete Guide to Foot Reflexology</span>. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 2011. 147 p.</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:<br />
</span>1 Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Nursing Research Center, Zahean University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran<br />
2 Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Pregnancy Research Center, Zahean University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran<br />
3 School of Nursing and Midwifery, Zahean University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XIV. AM El-Bandrawy, 1, WM Kamal, 1, HO Ghareeb, 2, “Effect of foot reflexology adjunct to paced respiration on vasomotor symptoms during menopause: randomized-controlled trial,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy</span> 2018 Volume 23 Issue 2, Pages 77-84 (Full study: <a href="https://www.bfpt.eg.net/article.asp?issn=1110-6611;year=2018;volume=23;issue=2;spage=77;epage=84;aulast=El-Bandrawy">https://www.bfpt.eg.net/article.asp?issn=1110-6611;year=2018;volume=23;issue=2;spage=77;epage=84;aulast=El-Bandrawy</a>)</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz B. 2003 <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reflexology Health at Your Fingertips: Hands-on Treatment for Vitality and Well-being</span>, Dorling Kindersley, p. 160</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span> </span></p><p style="color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;"><sup>1</sup> Department of Physical Therapy for Woman’s Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt<br />
<sup>2 </sup>Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XV. Unlu A, a, Onder K, b, Ozgodan M, b, “Reflexology and cancer: Meta-Analysis,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Oncological S</span>ciences (2018), (Full study: <a href="http://www.journalofoncology.org/uploads/pdf/93746059200994.pdf">http://www.journalofoncology.org/uploads/pdf/93746059200994.pdf</a>)</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz B. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Reflexology Health at Your Fingertips: Hands-on Treatment for Vitality</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">and Well-being</span>. 2003:160.</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">a Cay State Hospital, Ministry of Health, Afyonkarahisar, Turkey</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">b Memorial Antalya Hospital, Oncology Department, Antalya, Turkey</span></p><p style="font-family: STIXGeneral; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 0px 36px; min-height: 18.2px; text-align: justify; text-indent: -36px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="STIXGeneral-Regular"></span><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XVI. Y Lee, 1, Q Pan, 3, Y Du, 2, L Zhang, 4, C Li, 5, M Hu, 6, M Li, 3, “A Case Study: Effects of Foot Reflexotherapy in an Infant with SensoriNeural Hearing Loss,”<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"> Journal of Acupuncture and Meridan Studies</span>, Volume 13, Issue, April 2020, Pages 61-65 (Full study: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4624523/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4624523/</a>)</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">K. Kunz, B. Kunz<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-BoldMT" style="font-weight: bold;">, “</span>Understanding the science and art of reflexology,”<span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"> Alternative Compl Ther</span>, 1 (3) (1995), pp. 183-186, <a href="https://doi.org/10.1089/act.1995.1.183">10.1089/act.1995.1.183</a></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span> </span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Foreign Language Department of North Sichuan Medical College, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">2 Hearing Center, Otolaryngology, Head & Neck North, Sichuan Medical College Affiliated Hospital, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">3 Nursing Department of North Sichuan Medical College, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">4 LanTu Rehabilitation Center of Special Education School of Nanchong City, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">5 Special Education, School of Nanchong City, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">6 College of Foreign Languages of Shandong, University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XVII. BB Kaya, M Sahin, “Public knowledge about traditional and complementary medicine,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The European Research Journal</span>, 2019 - researchgate.net</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K., Kunz B. Understanding the science and art of reflexology. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Altern Complement Ther</span> 1995;1:183-6</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.9px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Researchers from:</span> </span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Erenköy Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital, İstanbul, Turkey</span></p><p style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.1px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XVIII. R. Nalini, 1, Jissy Jocob. 2, “Effectiveness of reflexology on premenstrual syndrome among students.” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Int. J. Adv. Nurs Management</span> 3(2): April- June, 2015; Page 139-144. (Abstract: <a href="https://ijanm.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2015-3-2-15">https://ijanm.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2015-3-2-15</a>)</span></p><p style="background-color: #f6f6f6; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; text-indent: -24px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K and Kunz B. <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">The complete guide to foot reflexology (revised).</span> Albuquerque, NM: Reflexology Research; 1993.</span></p><p style="background-color: #f6f6f6; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"></span><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Principal, Kamala College of Nursing, Salem, Tamilnadu<span style="background-color: white;"><br />
</span>2 Doing Masters in Addiction Studies, Dublin Business School, Dublin, Ireland</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XIX. Sei-Young Oh, 1, Ok-Soon Park, 2, Myung-Yi Woo, 3, “Effects of Qi Hand Reflexology on Autonomic Nervous System Activity and Physical Resistance to Stress in Inpatients,” <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Journal of Korean Academy of Fundamentals of Nursing</span> 2010;17(4): 531 (Abstract: <a href="https://j.kafn.or.kr/journal/view.php?number=643">https://j.kafn.or.kr/journal/view.php?number=643</a>)</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz, B., & Kunz K., (2001) <span face="TimesNewRomanPS-ItalicMT" style="font-style: italic;">Hand Reflexology workbook: How to work on someone’s hands</span>, A: RRP Press</span></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 15.1px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Researchers from:</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">1 Seoul Women’s College of Nursing</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">2 Seoul Women’s College of Nursing</span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">3 St. Paul Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea</span></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 14.2px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">XX Denise Tiran, Harry Chummun, The physiological basis of reflexology and its use as a potential diagnostic tool, Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/complementary-therapies-in-clinical-practice/vol/11/issue/1">Volume 11, Issue 1</a>, February 2005, Pages 58-64</span></p><p style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13.8px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Reference:</span></p><p style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Kunz K, Kunz B. Ground breaking research in acupuncture to impact reflexology. 1998. Online available http://www. reflexology-research.com/howto.html.</span></p><p style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 14.2px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Areas of study for their Reflexology Research Project include documenting reflexology techniques and ideas; how reflexology works in the nervous system; a data base of research studies in reflexology (500 and counting); the structure and function of the foot as well as the activities of standing and walking; and reflexology paths. These topics and more have been explored and experienced, described and written about in books for self reflexology users, family reflexologists, professional reflexologists and health professionals. Kunz and Kunz Web presence includes: a popular Web site and newsletter as well as active participation in social media--Facebook, blog, forums and Twitter.</span></p><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our story</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">People always ask how we got started in reflexology. Kevin tells them how he was walking down the aisle of a book store and found a book on reflexology. It’s one of life’s little moments where we always wonder what would have happened if he’d been walking down another aisle. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12.6px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">For Barbara it was experiencing the results of Kevin’s work. His work provided a solution to her sinus headache problems and was the beginning of Barbara’s interest. For her, development of self applied reflexology techniques and hand reflexology techniques followed.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 12.6px;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our on-going in depth exploration of reflexology was launched by a question Barbara asked a client while she was doing reflexology on his hands. The question was “Jimmy, are you moving your fingers?” His answer was, “No, Kevin is.” That was quite a surprise. Our client was a quadriplegic paralyzed from the neck down. Yet, his moving fingers had interrupted Barbara’s work. As it turned out, Kevin’s reflexology work on Jimmy’s left foot had prompted the fingers of Jimmy’s right hand to move. Why? The answer took a year to research and realize. The discovery was to change everything for us. We discovered reflexology’s value is in the pressure it provides to the feet and hands. Just as vitamins serve as nutrients, such pressure application provides nourishment to the body and creates healthful changes. We were off on our journey to work with further clients and make more discoveries. </span></p>
<p style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 12px;"><span style="font-size: large;">It’s been a forty-year, never-ending fascination with reflexology. Every pair of feet and set of hands are unexplored territory waiting to be discovered. The greatest excitement and reward has been helping others. Every one of our 22 books is an effort to research and explain about how and why to use the incredible healing tool of reflexology.</span></p>
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