Laura with Thomas Cowan Norman

'Laura Norman's reflexology spared me from a kidney stone operation and saved my life. What she does is the second best thing in the world.'-Regis Philbin, co-host of Live with Regis & Kathie Lee 'Suffused with Laura Norman's enthusiasm, warmth, and great wealth of experience, Feet First brings the techniques of foot reflexology into the home, showing us how to target our touch to reduce stress and alleviate an extensive range of health problems. I would recommend this fine book to all who welcome the chance to learn how to use their hands as a catalyst for healing.'-Lucinda Lidell, author of the Book of Massage 'Reflexology is one of the best ways I know to relax, revitalize, and rejuvenate your body and mind. Laura Norman's techniques wil make the difference in how you look and feel.'-Carlotta Carlson Jacobson, beauty editior, Harper's Bazaar In Feet First, America's foremost reflexology spokesperson on radio and TV-and in publications from the New York Times to Cosmopolitan-explains how to relieve physical problems-from headaches and insomnia to high blood pressure and weight loss-with this easily accessible and popular holistic technique.. Showing how every one can use reflexology to reduce stress, revitalize energy, strengthen the immune system, stimulate creativity, and enhance relationships, Norman also includes: Descriptions of the reflex points, the four basic techniques, and easy-to-learn specialized and master routines. 32 Foot-relaxation techniques, most of them unique to Norman's program. Specific chapters and techniques for stress, sports injuries, addiction problems, the terminally ill, women, and couples. Visualizations, affirmations, and children's games to use with the routines. A chart of ailments and reflexology aids for them. Feet First is the only reflexology guide designed for everyday situations and people-from office workers on a lunch break to families caring for an aged relative. This special kind of 'touch therapy' strengthens the bonds between those who use it together. Laura Norman, M.S., certified reflexologist and New York state licensed massage practitioner, offers the country's most extensive reflexology training program at her center in New York City. Contents Foreword Introduction One Why feet first? Two Learning reflexology Three Doing reflexology Four The nature of stress Five Getting ahead: Reflexology at work and school Six Sole mates: Couples' reflexology Seven The cycles of life: Reflexology for women Eight Growing feet: Children's reflexology Nine After walking many miles: Reflexology in the golden years Ten the active life: Reflexology and athletics Eleven Getting unhooked: Ovecoming addictions with reflexology Twelve the final steps: Reflexology and terminal illness Thriteen Using reflexology to strengthen the body's systems Fourteen Reflexology and the health care professions Fifteen Table of common conditions Index… (meer)