reflexology

[ ree-flek-sol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. a system of massaging specific areas of the foot or sometimes the hand in order to promote healing, relieve stress, etc., in other parts of the body.
2. Medicine/Medical. the study of reflex movements and processes.

reflexology

/ ˌriːflɛkˈsɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. a form of therapy practised as a treatment in alternative medicine in which the soles of the feet are massaged: designed to stimulate the blood supply and nerves and thus relieve tension
2. psychol the belief that behaviour can be understood in terms of combinations of reflexes

Derived Forms

• ˌreflexˈologist, noun

Other Words From

• reflex·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reflexology¹

First recorded in 1920–25; reflex + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

The daily sessions are complemented with yoga, meditation, reflexology, massage and acupuncture, Sirota said.

From Seattle Times

OK, sure, there are those $5,125 Chanel skates, but do they also give you a reflexology treatment while you're wearing them?

From Salon

Treatments like reflexology and massage are subsidised, not free, but are also in high demand, says Dolliver.

From BBC

I don’t have the budget for a luxury spa treatment, so I’ll look for more affordable reflexology massage businesses.

From Washington Post

You can complement your pool and sauna day with custom massages and reflexology to help release tension or scrubs and wraps to refresh your skin.

From Seattle Times