An investigation into the efficacy of reflexology on acute pain in healthy human subjects
@inproceedings{Samuel2011AnII,
title={An investigation into the efficacy of reflexology on acute pain in healthy human subjects},
author={Carol Samuel},
year={2011}
}Reflexology incorporates the use of specific pressure techniques to the feet, hands or ears. There are many anecdotal claims for reflexology in the treatment of various conditions such as migraine, arthritis and multiple sclerosis but very little clinical evidence exists for reflexology in the management of pain per se. Pain is a worldwide concern and 10% of the UK population suffer from chronic pain, making demands on an already overstretched NHS service. Members of the public seek more…
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