~~Reflexologists Across the State~~
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MDRA Mission
The Maryland Reflexology Association (MDRA) is an independent, non-profit organization comprised of Members and Associates who are interested in advancing both knowledge and interest in Reflexology. The MDRA is not associated with, nor does it endorse any school, institute, reflexology curriculum, or instructor. Our mission is to provide information, education, and communication for Reflexology professionals as well as the general public. We encourage professional standards and provide a forum for local, regional and national concerns.
MDRA History
The Maryland Reflexology Association was established in 1999 by a core group of Certified Reflexologists interested in building a stronger future for professional Reflexologists. The success and continued growth of the association has been made possible by the passion, determination and leadership of its Members and Associates. To date, the organization has over 35 members, an active Board of Directors and two State Delegates, representing Maryland at the Reflexology Association of America.
The Maryland Reflexology Association (MDRA) is an independent, non-profit organization comprised of Members and Associates who are interested in advancing both knowledge and interest in Reflexology. The MDRA is not associated with, nor does it endorse any school, institute, reflexology curriculum, or instructor. Our mission is to provide information, education, and communication for Reflexology professionals as well as the general public. We encourage professional standards and provide a forum for local, regional and national concerns.
MDRA History
The Maryland Reflexology Association was established in 1999 by a core group of Certified Reflexologists interested in building a stronger future for professional Reflexologists. The success and continued growth of the association has been made possible by the passion, determination and leadership of its Members and Associates. To date, the organization has over 35 members, an active Board of Directors and two State Delegates, representing Maryland at the Reflexology Association of America.
Reflexology History
Reflexology has been around for thousands of years. The first concrete evidence it was used in healing was found in Egyptian pictographs from around 2500 B.C. Reflexology was introduced in the United States in 1913, by Dr.William Fitzgerald who was an ear, nose and throat specialist. He claimed that by applying pressure on particular places on the hands and feet [zone therapy], an anesthetic effect would take place in areas of the body. A nurse and physiotherapist, Eunice Ingham, made further investigations in the 1930's and 1940's and mapped the entire body into reflexes on the feet. Eunice Ingham is considered the Mother of Reflexology in the United States.
Today Reflexology is usually taught in a school environment, with a core curiculum and professional standards. Most schools offer a Certification in Reflexology and encourage students to pursue National Certification. Workshops and continuing education classes are offered all over the world for practicing Reflexologists. In some countries, Reflexology is offered in hospitals and medical practices as a natural healing method.
Today Reflexology is usually taught in a school environment, with a core curiculum and professional standards. Most schools offer a Certification in Reflexology and encourage students to pursue National Certification. Workshops and continuing education classes are offered all over the world for practicing Reflexologists. In some countries, Reflexology is offered in hospitals and medical practices as a natural healing method.
Reflexology and You
What can reflexology offer you?? According to client reports, Reflexology relaxes, reduces stress without drugs, helps with sleep, sinus pain, banishes headaches, muscle aches and pains. Clients tell us they feel better, chronic pain is less and some even say it keeps them healhier. Some clients have experienced immediate results during sessions and others have experienced slower, steadier results. Most clients enjoy the sessions and many return on a regular basis. Check out our membership pages and contact a Reflexologist in your area to find out more about what Reflexology can do for you. There is a 'Contact Tab' you can use for any question, idea or suggestion you have.
