Reflexology Foot Anatomy and Zones 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many longitudinal zones are recognized in traditional reflexology zone therapy?
- 5
- 10 (Correct answer)
- 12
- 8
Correct answer: 10
Traditional reflexology zone therapy divides the body into 10 longitudinal zones running from head to toe.
Question 2: Which bone forms the heel of the foot and corresponds to the pelvic region in reflexology?
- Talus
- Navicular
- Calcaneus (Correct answer)
- Cuboid
Correct answer: Calcaneus
The calcaneus (heel bone) corresponds to the pelvic and sciatic reflex areas in reflexology.
Question 3: The ball of the foot in reflexology primarily corresponds to which body region?
- Abdominal organs
- Chest and lungs (Correct answer)
- Pelvic area
- Head and neck
Correct answer: Chest and lungs
The ball of the foot (metatarsal heads) corresponds to the chest, lungs, and heart reflex areas.
Question 4: Which part of the foot represents the spine reflex area in reflexology?
- Outer edge of the foot
- Ball of the foot
- Inner (medial) edge of the foot (Correct answer)
- Toe pads
Correct answer: Inner (medial) edge of the foot
The medial (inner) edge of the foot, from the big toe to the heel, represents the spinal column reflex.
Question 5: In reflexology, the big toe is primarily associated with which body part?
- Liver
- Head and brain (Correct answer)
- Stomach
- Kidneys
Correct answer: Head and brain
The big toe corresponds to the head, brain, pituitary gland, and pineal gland reflex areas.
Question 6: The diaphragm line in foot reflexology is located at which landmark?
- Base of the toes
- Base of the metatarsals / across the ball of the foot (Correct answer)
- Mid-arch area
- Ankle crease
Correct answer: Base of the metatarsals / across the ball of the foot
The diaphragm line runs across the foot at the base of the metatarsals, separating the chest zone from the abdominal zone.
Reflexology Foot Anatomy and Zones 1
How many longitudinal zones are recognized in traditional reflexology zone therapy?