Reflexology

See Magazine has an article about reflexology that, of course, lists sinusitis relief among those ailments alleviated by the method. Reflexology is an alternative medicine treatment that, basically, involves massages of particular areas in the feet to help with health complaints. Like most alternative medicine the evidence for its effectiveness is anecdotal.While a good foot massage is sure to help anyone feel a bit better there isn't evidence that it will actually help alleviate any specific ailments. It's nice to think that there might be a simple solution to our illnesses and that an hour long foot massage will make everything right, but that's just not the case. Sinusitis among other ailments listed should be treated with some seriousness. While sinusitis does not typically pose a serious health risk, ignoring it can. Opting for a foot massage over appropriate treatments for sinus infections may allow the symptoms to worsen. If you have symptoms of sinusitis you should treat it appropriately and if those symptoms persist contact our office to discuss serious treatment options. Once you've started treatment, then go relax with that foot massage.