reflexology

• Sustantivo que designa una práctica terapéutica basada en la estimulación de puntos específicos en los pies, las manos o la cabeza, según la teoría de que dichos puntos se corresponden con distintos órganos y sistemas del cuerpo.

A noun referring to a therapeutic practice involving the application of pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or head, based on the theory that these points correspond to different organs and systems of the body.

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1. C1formalmedical

   The scientific study of reflex actions and their relationship to the behavior of organisms.

   Reflexología (estudio de los reflejos)

   • Reflexology in this sense is a branch of behavioral science.
   • The professor's research focused on the reflexology of newborn infants.
   • Early studies in reflexology helped map the nervous system.

2. Alternative therapyB2formalmedical

   A therapeutic practice involving the application of pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears, based on the belief that these points correspond to different organs and systems of the body.

   Reflexología

   • She visits a reflexologist every month for stress relief.
   • Many people find reflexology helpful for reducing tension.
   • The clinic offers reflexology sessions for pain management.