Foot health and wellness is an integral part of our overall well-being. While there are many modern-day approaches to achieving good health — head to toe — the ancient Asian forms of reflexology or acupressure are as relevant today as ever, especially as the public interest in natural therapies grows.
Acupressure and reflexology slippers and sandals incorporate massaging nodules in the footbed designed stimulates thousands of nerve endings in the foot. These therapies have been known to relax muscles and joints and soothe pain and discomfort from sports or other injuries. They’ve also been touted for positively impacting the corresponding organs and tissues of the body, and even helping to minimize headaches and digestive issues.
According to the American Academy of Reflexology, both reflexology and acupressure fall into the category of touch therapies called reflex therapies. However, they each work under different…
