reflexology
noun
re·flex·ol·o·gy
ˌrē-ˌflek-ˈsä-lə-jē 
1
: the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes
2
: massage of the hands or feet based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body
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The spa offers multiple massage options including an aromatherapy, chakra balancing massage, a relaxation massage, a sports massage and reflexology.
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Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Designed to help guests recharge from the fast pace of city life, the wellness concierge offers access to leading practitioners and restorative treatments, from aromatherapy and reflexology to reiki healing and hypnotherapy, each being selected for its restorative purposes.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
One theory is that foot reflexology affects the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions like heart rate, breathing, and digestion.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
An Ayurvedic doctor tailors programs toward individual guest needs by tapping into practices from Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, Chinese acupuncture, and reflexology, combined with 20th-century treatments like compression boots and gold-leaf facials.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
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Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Designed to help guests recharge from the fast pace of city life, the wellness concierge offers access to leading practitioners and restorative treatments, from aromatherapy and reflexology to reiki healing and hypnotherapy, each being selected for its restorative purposes.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
One theory is that foot reflexology affects the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions like heart rate, breathing, and digestion.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
An Ayurvedic doctor tailors programs toward individual guest needs by tapping into practices from Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine, Chinese acupuncture, and reflexology, combined with 20th-century treatments like compression boots and gold-leaf facials.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
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reflexology
noun
re·flex·ol·o·gy
ˌrē-ˌflek-ˈsäl-ə-jē
plural reflexologies
1
: the study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes
2
: massage of the feet or hands based on the belief that pressure applied to specific points on these extremities benefits other parts of the body
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