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Governor Christine Gregoire Proclaims Reflexology Awareness Week in Washington State

Governor Christine Gregoire has proclaimed September 23-30, 2012 as Reflexology Awareness Week in Washington State, to coincide with World Reflexology Week, celebrated internationally.

WRA’s goal for Reflexology Awareness week is to educate the public about reflexology and its benefits, and advise on how to locate a qualified practitioner.

Read the Governor’s Proclamation (PDF)

To find Reflexology Awareness Week events scheduled around Washington State, visit our Events page.

Practice Self-Help Reflexology to Promote Wellness & Vitality

Our feet are home to literally thousands of nerve endings and almost seventy acupuncture points, which is why foot reflexology is so effective. By massaging and stimulating specific areas on the soles of our feet, we can provide general support for our entire body, improve sleep patterns, increase physical and mental wellbeing and also alleviate chronic conditions such as sinusitis and digestive upset. Read more...

Cheap Reflexology Foot Spas are Not What they Seem

A large number of foot spas have opened up recently around the Northwest, offering reflexology for dirt cheap. To our dismay, the Washington Reflexology Association (WRA) has learned that some of these foot spas are actually a front for human trafficking, prostitution and indentured servitude (modern day slavery). In addition, some spas are not properly licensed for the type of work they are performing (if the practitioner touches anywhere outside the hands/feet/ears, a massage license is required). Although not all foot spas are questionable, it is important to know that what is represented as legitimate reflexology is in some cases a front for illegal activity.

WRA is actively working with the State Department of Health and legislators in Olympia to address/ stem the problems posed by illicit foot spas. Questionable practices done in the name of reflexology dilute the credibility of our profession. If you receive any type of bodywork, it is your right as a client to ask (and be shown) the credentials of the practitioner that will be working on you. If they are unable to produce these documents, you have the right to refuse the service. Any suspicious or inappropriate activity should be reported to the Washington State Department of Health.

WRA maintains a list of credentialed and nationally-certified reflexologists on our website, www.washingtonreflexology.org. Please refer to this list to find a professional, certified reflexologist in your area.

 

Reprinted with permission from http://www.banyanstudio.net/dianakhoury/blog/