reflexology

reflexology definition - medical

re·flex·ol·o·gy (rēˌflĕk-sŏlˈə-jē)

noun
  1. The study of reflex responses, especially as they affect behavior.
  2. A method of massage that relieves nervous tension through the application of finger pressure, especially to the feet.

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