Reflexology Reflexology Reflexology, also known as zone therapy, is an alternative medicine involving application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a pseudoscientific system of zones and reflex areas that purportedly reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work effects a physical change to the body. There is no convincing evidence that reflexology is effective for any medical condition. In a Cochrane Collaboration review, reflexology is defined as follows: "Reflexology is gentle manipulation or
Schema therapy "healthy side". "Experiential and emotion focused" strategies expand on standard Gestalt therapy psychodrama and imagery techniques. "Behavioral" pattern-breaking strategies expand on standard behavior therapy techniques, such as role playing an interaction and then assigning the interaction as homework. One of the most central techniques in schema therapy is the use of the therapeutic relationship, specifically through a process called "limited reparenting". Specific techniques often used in schema therapy include "flash cards" with important therapeutic messages, created in session and used by the patient between sessions, and the "schema diary"—a template or workbook that is filled out by the patient between