The New Reflexology: A Unique Blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Reflexology Practice for Better Health and Healing [Kindle Edition]

Inge Dougans (Author)

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Product Description

Reflexology has always been an effective way to relieve stress, alleviate pain, and combat ailments, but in The New Reflexology, internationally acclaimed instructor Inge Dougans shows readers a unique and proven method for getting even better results. Her system — an integration of traditional Chinese medicine (particularly the 5 elements and their 12 meridians), diet, and standard Western reflexology practice — allows practitioners to treat a much wider variety of ailments with greater accuracy and success.

In simple and straightforward terms, Dougans explains why the meridians are essential for reflexology, how to use meridian therapy and the 5 elements for effective assessment and treatment, how to relate structural foot problems to imbalances in the rest of the body, and much more.

Illustrated with dozens of line drawings that guide readers step-by-step through the treatments, this fresh and highly effective approach is sure to revolutionize the practice of reflexology as we know it.

About the Author

Inge Dougans is the internationally bestselling author of numerous reflexology books and the Principal of the International School of Reflexology and Meridian Therapy, which has offices throughout the world.

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 4372 KB
• Print Length: 336 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1569242895
• Publisher: Da Capo Press; 1 edition (April 10, 2006)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B001HZZ0SE
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #393,438 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of Both: Reflexology and Chinese Medicine, January 21, 2008

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Kristen S. Anderson ""Readster"" (Windsor, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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As a reflexologist, I have been a follower of Inge Dougan's work for many years and also taken classes from her. This book is a compilation of all her work and is an excellent book for both beginning and seasoned reflexologists as well as anyone else wanting to learn how to use reflexology for improved health and well-being.

Basically, the first half of the book is an overview of Chinese medicine in an easy-to-understand and interesting approach. Each of the five elements (fire,water,metal,earth,wood) is defined along with diagrams showing the energy pathways or meridians in the body and any problems that may be associated with this meridian. The corresponding muscles associated with the meridians are also diagramed and the other corresponding characteristics of an element, such as sound, sense organ, flavor, smell, climate and colour, are also noted.

The next section concerns mapping the reflexes on the feet. The different sections of the foot are explained with their appropriate meridians and corresponding organs. There are plenty of diagrams and the explanations are easy to understand and interesting.

The last section of the book covers the treatment session and is a thorough explanation of the different techn

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for Learning Reflexology, August 23, 2009

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Carolyn Maloney (texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The New Reflexology: A Unique Blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Reflexology Practice for Better Health and Healing (Paperback)

I teach Reflexology at a local Community College and am always looking for
books to recommend to my students. This one was perfect due to the fact that
I generally start the classes with Acupressure then go to Reflexology.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars reflexology book, August 22, 2009

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Kristi Gabriel - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The New Reflexology: A Unique Blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Reflexology Practice for Better Health and Healing (Paperback)

I have enjoyed Inge Dougans previous books but I found this book less informative and accurate.