09/10/2017
Positive Effects of Reflexology for Athletes
Lymphatic Drainage:
During heavy workouts and strenuous routines, your body produces wastes which must be removed from muscle tissues for healing to occur. Reflexology helps enhance the natural effect of the lymphatic system, pushing your system to break up blockages and transfer waste material out to the lymph nodes where it can be destroyed. Once waste has been eliminated, your system can focus on recovery.
Increased Circulation:
Reflexology helps improve the body’s natural healing ability by improving the flow of blood throughout your body. Increased blood flow means increased levels of oxygen, enzymes, hormones, minerals, and nutrients circulating throughout your body, boosting the immune system and fostering much quicker recovery.
Reduced Pain:
Pain is the number one culprit in downtime complaints. Ailments such as tendonitis, neuroma, and plantar fasciitis can cause discomfort in feet, knees, hands, arms, and shoulders. Typically managed via surgery or drugs, reflexology can bring a patient full circle, naturally.
Deep Relaxation
Your body needs eight hours of sleep every night. It also needs to be in a relaxed state when your eyes are open. People who work too hard or don’t spend enough time focusing on down-time often complain of increased stress, anxiety and tension, all harbingers of injury and/or burnout. Reflexology stimulates the nerves along the feet, helping to trigger the body’s circulatory system, enhancing nutrient flow and refreshing tissues. Secondary effects include reduced blood pressure, decreased cortisol (stress hormone), and improved sleep through increased serotonin.
