And what the therapist normally does in order to make that happen is to wash the feet and the hands first, and to apply firm pressure on the 'zones' on the feet and those hands. Now this is the most common thinking about a reflexology session. But for many, they are still clueless as to what happens at the end of the session. Reflexology For Head Aches The most widely used canvas for reflexology is the foot, probably because reflexology sessions often happen between two people, the reflexologist and the patient. Yet it would be helpful to note that the hands have the same reflexology map as the feet. Pressing on your own hand or palm is easier and more convenient especially if you are at work or out and about where you cannot possibly remove your shoes and massage your feet in public. It is likely that the reflexology therapists in your region belong to a certain organization. Check out their websites in order to learn more about them. If you are not comfortable with the local organizations, then it's best to check out international groups too. When you have shortlisted your choices and candidates, consider asking their backgrounds and trainings. To illustrate, the head, brain, sinus and face pressure points are all located on the tips of the fingers and toes. The gums, jaw and teeth are located just below the tips of the finger and toes and the neck and brain stem pressure points are located on the length of the fingers and on the web of the toes. Apply pressure just below the knuckles on the back of the hand and on the palm for the pressure points of the chest, breast, lungs and upper back. The base of the thumb on the palm where thin loose skin webs it to the side of the palm is the area where the pressure point of the heart is located. Press this area until you feel calm and the chest or heart pain has subsided. Reflexology promotes relaxation because it allows the blood to circulate and relieve swelling. Reflexologists believe that illness or discomfort is primarily caused by blockages in the veins that prevent the blood and oxygen from passing through. Consistently applying pressure will slowly remove the blockages and allow the nerves to breathe.