Reflexology is effectively used in a wide range of conditions, such as:

• Visceral and Digestive System: constipation, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), liver dysfunction, kidney stones, and more.
• Respiratory System: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, shortness of breath, and more.
• Nervous System: anxiety, stress, restless legs, insomnia, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, headaches, migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, and more.
• Reproductive System: supports fertility, hormonal balance, menstrual health, and helps with conditions such as erectile dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and fibroids.
• Endocrine System: hormones and metabolism.
• Cardiovascular and Lymphatic System: heart function, atherosclerotic plaque, edema, vasculitis, fluid retention, and more.
• Skeletal & Muscular System: supports recovery from fractures and tendinitis, alleviates cervical and lumbar pain, helps with sciatica, knee discomfort, and overall musculoskeletal balance.
• Autoimmune Conditions: multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, and more.
• Pain Management: postoperative, acute, chronic, psychogenic, neuropathic, visceral, somatic (musculoskeletal) pain, as well as pain related to chemotherapy and cancer.

Only 4.3% of the world’s population enjoys complete balance and optimal health. Even if someone belongs to that small percentage, receiving reflexology can help maintain health, while enhancing well-being, vitality, and inner calm. During a reflexology session, the elasticity of the blood vessels increases, improving circulation and blood flow to the organs — allowing the body to function more efficiently and harmoniously.

Reflexology can be applied from the first to the very last day of life. It is a gentle, safe, and profoundly beneficial therapy, adaptable to every age and individual need. Ideally, after the age of 50, it should be received regularly, to help maintain the body’s natural physiology, vitality, and balance.

A reflexologist cannot — and should not — give a definitive answer to this question. The number of sessions depends on whether the issue is chronic or acute, on the person’s overall health, age, and how their body responds to treatment. For certain muscular issues, 2–3 sessions may be enough, whereas pathological or psychosomatic conditions — such as irritable bowel syndrome or anxiety disorders — usually require a longer course of treatment. Keep in mind that external factors, such as your environment, work, and lifestyle, also play an important role in recovery.

It depends on the individual’s specific needs. In most cases, sessions are scheduled once or twice a week at most.

While Reflexology works in a general way on the body’s organs and muscles, Nerve-Reflexology has the ability to target a specific muscle or nerve. For example, if someone has an issue related to the L5–S1 vertebrae, Nerve-Reflexology allows us to focus precisely on that area. By stimulating the corresponding reflex point, the trapped nerve can be released, along with the muscle or muscles innervated by it. There are approximately 365 Nerve-Reflexology points in total. Some of the points related to nerves include the vagus, sciatic, and trigeminal nerves, while points corresponding to muscles include the quadratus lumborum, psoas, and trapezius, among others.

Of course! A client should always follow their doctor’s instructions. Medication should never be stopped or altered without the approval of the attending physician. Reflexology can be used as a complementary therapy, but it does not replace medical treatment or professional medical advice.

No. Reflexologists may observe and notice certain imbalances or signs in the body, but they do not make medical diagnoses. Diagnosis is made only by qualified medical doctors through specialized examinations and tests.

In Western Europe (Switzerland, United Kingdom, and Denmark) and in the United States, reflexology departments operate within most hospitals. In Greece, reflexology is currently offered on a voluntary and research basis in certain pain management clinics, such as those at Aretaieio Hospital and the Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center.

Ask to see their diploma, which should be a two-year qualification from a school recognized by the Hellenic Association of Reflexologists (S.E.R. or P.E.S.R.).