Back Pain and Reflexology
- lara4health
- Oct 12
- 1 min read
Several studies have shown that Reflexology has a statistically significant impact on reducing pain in patients with back pain.
2016 Study of Nurses
In summary, "reflexology has the ability to reduce the intensity score and cognitive aspects of pain. Therefore, it is proposed to be included in patients’ surveillance."
2018 Study of US Veterans
The results from a "total of 311 participants completed the survey. Posttreatment pain scored decreased by a median of 2 points (interquartile range [IQR] 1-3) on a 10-point pain scale. This represents a median 43% (IQR 25%-60%) reduction in pain for males and a 41% (IQR 30%-60%) reduction in pain for females." In conclusion, reflexology "is an inexpensive, reliable, teachable, and simple noninvasive treatment. Further studies are warranted."
2007 Study of Back Pain and Reflexology
Results: VAS scores for pain reduced in the treatment group by a median value of 2.5 cm, with minimal change in the sham group (0.2 cm). Secondary outcome measures produced an improvement in both groups (McGill pain questionnaire: 18 points in the reflexology group and 11.5 points in the sham group). Results indicate that reflexology may have a positive effect on LBP.
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