Reflexology Reflexology Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary working technique used in reflexology to stimulate reflex points?

Accepted Answer

Thumb walking (caterpillar movement)

Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Deep tissue friction

Answer

Tapotement

Question 2

Which direction should a reflexologist's thumb walk when working reflex points?

Accepted Answer

Forward only — never backward

Answer

Always distal to proximal

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Always proximal to distal

Answer

In circular motions only

Question 3

What technique uses the index finger in a hooking and backing-up movement to pinpoint a specific reflex?

Accepted Answer

Hook and back-up technique

Answer

Finger walking

Answer

Rotation on a point

Answer

Knuckling

Question 4

Which reflexology technique involves rotating the foot while holding the thumb on a reflex point?

Accepted Answer

Rotation on a point

Answer

Thumb walking

Answer

Finger walking

Answer

Wringing

Question 5

What is the recommended angle of the thumb tip when performing thumb walking in reflexology?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 45 degrees

Answer

Flat (0 degrees)

Answer

Perpendicular (90 degrees)

Answer

Any comfortable angle

Question 6

Which technique uses the knuckles of the working hand in a circular motion across the plantar surface?

Accepted Answer

Knuckling

Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Thumb walking

Answer

Pinching