FMS patients who have undergone regular reflexology treatments report an improvement in:
| • | Mental clarity |
| • | Irritable bowel syndrome |
| • | Fatigue |
| • | Sleep disorders |
| • | Depression |
| • | Myofascial pain |
| • | Tender point paint |
Reflexology can be done at home, using charts or special reflexology socks and gloves, to show you where the pressure points you should be stimulating are. If you choose to go this route, it would probably be beneficial to attend a workshop to learn how to do reflexology on yourself effectively and what points to stimulate in order to obtain the maximum relief of your FMS symptoms.
However, a trained reflexologist might be the best option for those looking for specific types of pain relief and to obtain a more relaxing experience, especially for those who list anxiety as a symptom of their FMS. Many insurers will cover reflexology as a complimentary therapy for fibromyalgia.
Reflexology can be done as part of a full body massage, or as a stand-alone treatment. On the first visit to a reflexologist, you will talk to your therapist about what specific things you want treatment for and what are the symptoms you are trying to alleviate. Treatments usually last around half an hour, but try to schedule your sessions for times when you do not have to rush off, as your reaction to the treatment can be unpredictable.
Wellness Enhanced is dedicated to help you become pain free through Reflexology and natural modalities.
article reprinted from Fibromyalgia Suffers
