19/04/2025
LOW BACK PAIN
As this is a condition commonly encountered by reflexology practitioners, it would be helpful to provide a condensed overview of facts regarding the treatment of low back pain (LBP) that I have gathered over my many years in practice.
* Low back pain impacts various areas of the body beyond the lower back.
* Unless a direct injury to the lower back is the cause, concentrating only on the relative lumbar reflexes typically holds little value.
* Due to the influence of the fascia, a low back condition can impact other areas, such as the shoulders, upper back, and neck. All of these areas should be considered and receive reflexology accordingly.
* A deep and thorough massage of the feet, ankles, calves, and toes will alleviate some discomfort and can often effectively resolve the condition.
The primary cause of lower back pain (LBP) originates in the hips and pelvis, putting stress on the lower back, which results in secondary symptoms in that area.
* For those not qualified in massage, a general reflexology treatment can be of benefit.
LBP must be considered a condition affecting many other areas of the body.
Therefore, Treat what you find and not what you are looking for.
I shall cover this subject again in a future webinar, so follow for news.
My Best Wishes
Tony Porter
www.artreflex.com
