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How messages are sent to
our Central Nervous system
The Language of Nerves
Just as spoken words convey messages between people, nerve impulses communicate vital information within your body, orchestrating its intricate functions.
Reflexology is a therapy that involves applying pressure to specific reflex points on the feet.
This gentle stimulation communicates directly with the central nervous system, encouraging the body to adjust tension and restore balance.
Nerve impulse theory, which explains how nerves transmit electrical signals or impulses throughout the body, is the scientific basis for the therapy.
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Nerve cells, or neurons, communicate through synaptic transmission—a process where electrical impulses travel along neurons, triggering the release of chemical messengers called neurotransmitters.
These neurotransmitters pass the signal to adjacent neurons or other cells, like muscles.
In Reflexology, this theory is key to understanding its effects.
When pressure is applied to reflex points on the feet, nerve endings in these areas send electrical impulses through nerve fibers to the spinal cord and brain.
These signals prompt a range of physiological responses, from releasing endorphins to easing muscle tension.
Reflexology positively impacts multiple systems, including the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, immune, and neuropeptide systems.
For example, imagine pricking your finger on a rose thorn.
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The pain message travels to your brain, which instantly signals your hand to pull away.
Similarly, reflex points on the feet act as sensors.
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When stimulated, they send signals to the brain, which then activates corresponding body regions.
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As a result, Reflexology can promote relaxation, improve internal organ function, and enhance blood flow—delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells while supporting waste elimination.
Reflexology uses targeted pressure to engage the nervous system, sending soothing messages that reduce tension and enhance overall well-being.
"The brain can shut pain off because the actual function of acute pain is not to torment us but to alert us to danger."
Norman Doidge