Reflexology Hand Reflexology 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In hand reflexology, the thumb corresponds to which zone and body area?
- Zone 5, outer body structures
- Zone 1, head and brain (Correct answer)
- Zone 3, central organs
- Zone 2, upper body only
Correct answer: Zone 1, head and brain
The thumb is zone 1 and corresponds to the head, brain, pituitary gland, and central nervous system — identical to the big toe in foot reflexology.
Question 2: Where is the solar plexus reflex found on the hand?
- At the wrist crease
- In the center of the palm between zones 2 and 3 (Correct answer)
- At the base of the little finger
- On the dorsal side of the hand
Correct answer: In the center of the palm between zones 2 and 3
The solar plexus reflex is located in the center of the palm, mirroring its central position on the foot between the second and third toes.
Question 3: Which technique is most practical for self-application of hand reflexology?
- Using both hands simultaneously in equal measure
- Using the thumb of one hand to walk across the palm and fingers of the other hand (Correct answer)
- Using a foot roller on the palm
- Only using tools, never the thumb
Correct answer: Using the thumb of one hand to walk across the palm and fingers of the other hand
Self-hand reflexology typically uses one thumb to walk across the palm, fingers, and web spaces of the opposite hand, applying the same caterpillar technique.
Question 4: The web space between the thumb and index finger on the hand is associated with which reflex area?
- Kidney
- Adrenal gland
- Head/neck and eye area (Correct answer)
- Colon
Correct answer: Head/neck and eye area
The web space (thumb-index finger junction) corresponds to the head, neck, and eye reflex areas in hand reflexology.
Question 5: How does pressure application in hand reflexology generally compare to foot reflexology?
- Hands require deeper pressure because they have more muscle
- Hands are more sensitive, so lighter pressure is often used compared to feet (Correct answer)
- Pressure is identical — no adjustment needed
- Hands require no technique, just rubbing
Correct answer: Hands are more sensitive, so lighter pressure is often used compared to feet
The hands are generally more sensitive than the feet and have less protective tissue, so slightly lighter, more precise pressure is typically used.
Question 6: In hand reflexology, the dorsal (back) surface of the hand corresponds to which surface of the foot?
- Plantar surface
- Dorsal (top) surface of the foot (Correct answer)
- Heel only
- Arch only
Correct answer: Dorsal (top) surface of the foot
The dorsal surface of the hand mirrors the dorsal (top) surface of the foot, with the same musculoskeletal and lymphatic reflex areas mapped to both.
Reflexology Hand Reflexology 2
In hand reflexology, the thumb corresponds to which zone and body area?