Reflexology For Lower Back And Sciatica 16 Studies: <previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8     9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 next >

Subject:

	Lower Back, Sciatica

Study Conducted:	Country:	Institution:

	China		Reflexology Association of Hai-men

Citation:

	Wu, S., "Treatment of Lumbocrural Pain--Report of 137 Cases." 1998 China Reflexology Symposium Report, Beijing : China Reflexology Association, pages. 71-72.

Synopsis:

	137 cases, both male and female, were given 30 minutes foot reflexology and massage on acupoints and other holographic reflex areas for 11 sessions. Results: 103 cases (75%) had significant effect (including full recovery). 24 cases (18%) effective, 10 cases (7%) had no effect. (Cases of sciatica due to hyperostegeny of lumbar vertebrae required long term massage)

Conclusion:

	Reflexology was found to be effective for the relief of lumbocrural pain.

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