Please note: Abstracts are a short summary of research and do not always tell the whole story. It is possible to incorrectly interpret and make incorrect conclusions from abstracts. Accurate conclusions can only be made by a knowledgeable appraisal of the entire study/paper.

Addictions

Allergic Rhinitis

Angina Pectoris

Angina pectoris with coronary heart disease - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Zhongzheng, Li and Yuchun, Liu - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Arthritis

1. Effect of foot reflexology on rheumatoid arthritis and associated foot pain - Abstract - Authors: Khan S, Otter S, Springett K - view on website: http://www.scottishreflexology.org/research/publications/rheumatoidarthritis.html
2. Rheumatoid arthritis - Abstract - Author: Chi, J., - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Foot reflexology and knee arthralgia - Abstract - Author: Chen, G - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Abstract - Authors: Lingyun, Z., Yuru, Y., Yuehong, W. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
5. Abnormal foot signs on patients with rheumatoid arthritis - Abstract - Authors: Lingyun, Z., Yuru, Y., Yuehong, W - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
6. Foot feflexology combined with acupuncture and periarthritis of the shoulder - Abstract - Author: Zhijua, H. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
7. Abstract - Author: Zhimin, H. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Asthma

1. Abstract - Authors: Brygge T, Heinig JH, Collins P, Ronborg S, Gehrchen PM, Hilden J, Heegaard S, Poulsen LK - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Foot reflexology and infantile asthma - Abstract - Author: Duanmu, H - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Foot reflexology and infantile bronchial asthma - Abstract - Author: Duanmu, H. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Abstract - Author: Fosholt, U. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
5. Abstract - Author: Fosholt, U. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
6. Foot reflexology and child/infantile asthma - Abstract - Pilot Study - Author: Lee, J. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
7. Abstract - Author: Wang, Y. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Back Pain

1. Back pain with accompanying neck and shoulder pain and headaches - Case Study - Author: Bernadette O'Donnell (PDF) - view on website: Reflexology Association of Australia
2. Lower Back Pain - Paper (PDF) - Author: Xiao Zhenge - extracted from website: http://members.shaw.ca/reflexologyclinic/benefits.html

Blood Conditions - see also "Hyperlipimia"

1. Blood fat and coronary heart disease - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Zhongzheng, Li and Yuchun, Liu - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Foot reflexology and triglyceride (Tc) and high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDLC) levels - Abstract - Authors: Donghua, M., Haiming, H., Hui, Z., Lingling, L. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Foot reflexology and blood oxygen levels - Abstract - Authors: Feng, J., Fan, C., Feng, X., and Yang L. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Foot reflexology and blood fat deposits - Abstract - Authors: Gui, S., Li, Y., Huang, J., Xiao, X., Chen, S., Gu, X., Zhu, S., Liao, E., and Luo, D. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
5. Foot reflexology and free radical levels - Abstract - Authors: Gui, S., Zhang, C., Dong, J. and Luo, D. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
6. Foot reflexology and leukopenia - Abstract - Author: Xu, Y. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
7. Foot reflexology and hyperuricemia - Abstract - Authors: Zhong, Z., Ding, W., Qiu, S., Lu, Y., Ye, J., Zhang, Z., and Xie, Q. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
8. Foot reflexology and plasma cortisol levels - Abstract - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Blood Pressure

1. Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Frankel, B. S. M - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. BP with Coronary Heart Disease - Abstract (controlled study) Authors: Zhongzheng, Li and Yuchun, Liu - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Effect on essential hypertention - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Park HS and Cho GY - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Effect on elderly patients with hypertension - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Cho GY and Park HS - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Cancer

1. Nausea and vomiting associated with breast cancer - Abstract - Author: Yang J.H. - view on website: http://www.scottishreflexology.org/research/publications/nausea.html
2. Pain and anxiety associated with breast and lung cancer - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Stephenson, N. L., Weinrich, S. P. and Tavakoli, A. S. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Pain and nausea associated with cancer - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Grealish, L. Lomasney, A., Whiteman, B. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Palliative care/cancer patients and response to hand and foot massage - Research - multiple authors - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Cardiovascular System

Foot reflex therapy and massage on the heart baroreceptors, sinus arrythmia and blood pressure - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Frankel, B. S. M - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Cerebral Palsy

In infants - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Rong-zhi, Wang - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Cervical spondylosis

Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Shouqing, Gui; Changlong, Zhang and Desheng, Luo - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Colic

Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Bennedbaek O, Viktor J, Carlsen KS, Roed H, Vinding H, Lundbye-Christensen S. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Constipation

Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Yuru, Yang; Lingyun, Chao; Guangling, Meng; Scuwe, Cao; Jia-Mo, Hao and Suhui, Zhang - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Coronary Heart Disease

Crohn's Disease (Regional Ileitis) Secondary Amenorrhoea

Dementia

Pilot Study - Nancy A. Hodgson, RN, PhD, CS; Susan Andersen, BS; Heather Felker - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Depression

Effect on depression, stress responses and immune functions of middle aged women - Abstract - Author: Lee, YM. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Diabetes

1. Diabetes mellitus - Abstract - (controlled study) -Authors: Wang, X. M., Chuang Koh Chuang Hsi I - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Diabetes mellitus type II - non-insulin dependent - Abstract - (controlled study - Authors: Zhi-qin, Duan et. al. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Diabetes mellitus type II - non-insulin dependent - Abstract - (controlled study - Author:Ying, Ma - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Diabetes mellitus: Peripheral blood circulation and peripheral neuropathy - Abstract - (controlled study) -Author: Jeong IS - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
5. Diabetes mellitus type II - non-insulin dependent - Stress response and glucose level - Abstract - (controlled study) - Author: Kim KS - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Digestive Irregularities

Dysmenorrhea

- see "Menstruation"

Dyspepsia

Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Zhi-wen, Gong; Wei-song, Xin - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Epilepsy

Fibromyalgia

Gout - see also "Blood Conditons"

Abstract - Case Study - Author: Wen-ying, Xuan - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Headaches

Heart Disease

Heart Rate

Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Zhongzheng, Li and Yuchun, Liu - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Hyperlipimia - see also "Blood Conditions"

1. Effect on blood fat - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: hou-qing, Gui; Xian-qing, Xiao; Yuna-zhong, Li; and Wan-yan, Fu - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Effect on blood fat - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Shou-qing, Gui; Yuna-zhong, Li; Xian-qing, Xiao; Chen Shengping; Gu Xuejauna; Zhu Shanhan; Liao Enguang and Luo Desheng - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Hypertension

see "Blood Pressure"

Infertility

Case Study - Author: Ester Copley (PDF) - found on website: Reflexology Association of Australia

Irritable Bowel

1. Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Tovey P - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Abstract - Author: Fisher DG, Berker M. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Kidney Disease

1. Effect on renal blood flow - Abstract - (controlled study) - Authors: Sudmeier, I., Bodner, G., Egger, I., Mur, E., Ulmer, H. and Herold, M. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Effect on kidney and ureter stones - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Xiaojian, Y. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Effect on kidney and ureter stone attacks - Abstract - Author: Eriksen, Leila - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Menopause

1. Foot reflex therapy versus foot massage with psychological menopausal complaints - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Williamson J, White A, Hart A, Ernst E -view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Effect on menopausal complaints - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Sun Jianhua - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Migraines

Nausea and Vomiting

1. Hand accupressure and post operative nausea and vomiting after gynecological laparoscopic surgery - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Boehler M, Mitterschiffthaler G, Schlager A. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Hand accupressure and post operative vomiting in children after strabismus surgery - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Schlager A, Boehler M, Puhringer F. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Effect on post operative nausea and vomiting - Abstract - Author: Dr. Shweta Choudhary (PDF) - found on website: Reflexology Association - USA
4. Effect on Nausea and vomiting with breast cancer - Abstract - Author: Yang, J.H. - view on website: http://www.scottishreflexology.org/research/publications/nausea.html
5. Effect on Nausea and vomiting with cancer - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Grealish, L. Lomasney, A., Whiteman, B. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Pain after surgery

1. Research - Author: Dr. Shweta Choudhary (PDF) - found on website: Reflexology Association - USA
2. Effect of Hand and foot massage and post operative pain - Abstract - Investigator: Hsiao-Lan Wang - view on website: http://www.nursinglibrary.org/Portal/main.aspx?pageid=4024&sid=19949
3. Effect of Hand and foot massage and reduction in post operative pain medication - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Shweta Choudhary PhD, Dr. Guresh Kumar, Dr. Kulwant Singh - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Polycystic Ovaries (and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

Pilot Study - Author: Lone Victoria Schumann, Project Manager, Reflexologist (PDF) - found on website: Danish Reflexology Association

Pregnancy

1. Foot and hand massage and fetal response during gestation - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Diego MA, Dieter JN, Field T, Lecanuet JP, Hernandez-Reif M, Beutler J, Largie S, Redzepi M and Salman FA - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Foot massage and breast milk production in new mothers - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Siu-lan, Li - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Foot reflex therapy and body weight and lower extremity oedema - Abstract (controlled study) - Author: Park SH. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
4. Pregnancy and oedema - Abstract - Author: Mollart L, RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. Reflexology - view on website: http://www.scottishreflexology.org/research/publications/odema.html
5. Pregnancy oedema and emotions - Case Study - Author: Lyndall Mollart RN. RM. Ma Mid. Dip. Reflexology (PDF) - found on website - Reflexology Association of Australia
6. Reflexology and birthing labor times - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Dr. Gowri Motha and Dr. Jane McGrath - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Premenstrual Syndrome

1. Ear, hand and foot reflex therapy and premenstrual syndrome complaints - Controlled Study - Authors: Terry Oleson, T and Flocco, W - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Foot reflex therapy and premenstrual syndrome complaints and dysmenorrhea - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Kim YH, Cho SH - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
3. Pre-menstrual Syndrome - Paper (PDF) - Author: Christopher Shirley - extracted from website: http://members.shaw.ca/reflexologyclinic/benefits.html

Renal Blood Flow

see "Kidney Disease"

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Sinus Arrhythmia

see "Heart Disease"

Sleep Disturbances

In the elderly - Abstract - Author: Song RH - view on website: http://www.scottishreflexology.org/research/publications/sleep.html

Stress and Anxiety

1. Effect of foot reflex therapy massage on stress and anxiety - Case Study - Author: Cherel Waters (PDF) - found on website: Reflexology Association of Australia
2. Effect of foot reflex therapy massage on depression, stress responses and immune functions of middle aged women - Abstract -Author: Lee, YM. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml

Substance Abuse (see also "Addiction")

Urinary Incontinence

1. Effect of foot reflex therapy on incontinence in elderly women - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Kang HS, Kim WO, Wang MJ, Cha NH. - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml
2. Effect of foot reflex therapy on idiopathic bladder detrusor muscle overactivity - Abstract (controlled study) - Authors: Mak HL, Cheon, WC, Wong T, Liu YS and Tong, WM - view on website: http://www.reflexologyresearch.net/Research380ReflexologyResearchAbstracts.shtml