Reflexology: Evidence and Practice

This module is not scheduled to run in 2013/4.

Expressions of interest in the module are welcome for 2014/5; please email healthadmissions@cumbria.ac.uk

Why study with us?

The aim of this module is to enable participants to practise reflexology competently and safely with patients/client groups of their choice.

Finance

If you are employed within NHS North West and this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, please contact your Line Manager and CPD Lead for advice relating to funding and the funding application process.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and wellbeing faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent.

Entry requirements

Prior successful study at underpinning level

More about levels and credits

Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Additional contact information

Indicative reading will also be individual to your field of work/study (e.g. reflexology/touch in palliative care, neo-natal care, pregnancy etc).

For participants to be accepted onto this module they must have evidence of prior study in anatomy and physiology.

Students must participate in the formative components of the module in order to successfully pass the module.

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Modules

HRBG6002 Reflexology: Evidence and Practice (20 credits at level 6)

Intended learning outcomes

1. Using iterative mapping on the feet, critically analyse a range of reflexology maps.
2. Appraise the communication pathways between body systems and plan reflexology treatment accordingly.
3. Critically analyse the use of massage and touch for physiological and psychological effect.
4. Critically evaluate palpation and observation techniques to assess client health and the impact on subsequent treatment.
5. Critically appraise body systems involved in pathology and adapt reflexology practice accordingly

Indicative Core Bibliography

Cash, M. (1999) The Pocket Atlas of the Moving Body. London: Ebury Press.

Gillanders, A. (2007) The Complete Reflexology Tutor London: Gaia Books Ltd

James, A. (2002) Hands on Reflexology London: Hodder & Stoughton

Lett, A. () Reflex Zone Therapy for Health Professionals. London: Churchill Livingstone

Mackereth P, A, Tiran, D. (2010) (2nd Ed) Clinical Reflexology London: Churchill Livingstone

Marquardt, H. (2011) Reflex Zone Therapy of the Feet: A Comprehensive guide for health Professionals. Inner Traditions International

Norman, L, Cowan, T. (2006) The Reflexology Handbook London: Piatkus

O’Hara, C. (2006) Core Curriculum for Reflexology London: Douglas Barry Publications

Williamson, J. (2011) The Complete Guide to Precision Reflexology. Quay Books

Journals

Reflexions – Association of Reflexologists

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice

Course summary

Reflex linking techniques to promote communication between systems, anatomy and physiology of the feet, contraindications for reflexology, developing research skills to apply knowledge to reflexology practice, iterative reflexology mapping and fractal theory, energy systems and homeostasis, relaxation and physiological effects.