" There is also evidence that some basic, derivative form of physical therapy involving foot massage was a common practice by the Chinese since 2330 BCE. Moreover, North American Indians back in the 17th century were reportedly given the gift of this ancient medical knowledge when it was eventually passed on to them by members of the Peruvian Inca civilization. Fitzgerald, he noted that there are zones that can be found on the hands, the feet and the tongue of the person and that all these zones are linked or connected to the many parts of the body. And on those same studies that were conducted by the surgeon, he found out that the placing of pressure on these zones will have an effect in relieving and in curing the pain. Well the most basic thing that happens is that the therapist will do some background medical checks on the person. And at this stage, the therapist will consider if indeed reflexology is the answer for the person. And if the therapist learns that this is the first time that the person is taking the session, and then the practitioner may explain the nature of the therapy and the benefits. They are about an inch apart, located in the inner side of the back hand. Similar to the pressure points of the testicle and ovary, it is also not present in the reflexology map of the foot. For the females, this is especially helpful in times of pre menstrual cramps and dysmenorrhea, where the uterus and ovary is under extreme stress. The side arc of the foot represents the entire length of the spine. Backache caused by high heels and uneven soles can be relieved by pressing the arc or rolling a massager on it. From a quarter of the feet's structure, you can actually help yourself be relieved from additional pain and stress on your upper body parts by applying pressure. When the internal organs are at their best performance, the entire body is also on its optimum level. However effective reflexology is in relieving pain, stress and other bad health symptoms, it is still not considered as a replacement for scientific or mainstream medicine. Nonetheless, it is often recognized as a complement to medications and to help promote the well-being of an ill person.