As the field of Reflexology joins mainstream medicine many quiestions remain unanswered. Is reflexology safe and effective, how does it work and is it cost effective are all questions answered by this book. Whether you are a reflexologist, a doctor, nurse, physical therapist or other health practitioner or administrator this book is for you. It contains a bibliography of 175 studies, mechanisms commonly used to describe the effects of reflexology, safety findings, efficacy of the practice, nervous system mechanisms, findings on cost effectiveness, controlled studies, clinical studies, use of reflexology by hospitals and a review of 8,096 cases by a medical doctor.
Barbara and Kevin Kunz are internationally recognized authorities in reflexology as well as best-selling authors of 17 books about reflexology published in 20 languages with 60 foreign editions. The Kunzes have practiced, taught, and researched reflexology for more than 30 years.
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.
