What does "reflexology" mean?

The study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes.

Reflexology

Common synonyms include: parapsychology, psychological warfare, psychometrics, zone therapy, zone therapy.

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Noun

1
The study and interpretation of behavior in terms of simple and complex reflexes. uncountable, usually
2
massage to relieve tension by finger pressure; based on the belief that there are reflex points on the feet, hands, and head that are connected to every part of the body wordnet
3
A form of complementary medicine involving the stimulation of points on the feet, hands, or ears, in the belief that it will have a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body or to improve general health. uncountable, usually
"Reflexology is based on the idea that different points on the feet correlate to different points in the body and by gentle massage of the feet one can heal the body, unblock energy and ease stress."
4
the study of reflex action as it relates to the behavior of organisms wordnet

"The spa offers reflexology treatments."

From reflex + -ology, derived from Russian.

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