Reflexology and Pain Management – Part 1 7 Mar 2020
Pain is a fact of life, it is a necessary part of being human. Pain is a universal experience that serves the vital function of triggering avoidance. Pain is not a simple sensory experience, it can occur even in the absence of tissue damage. It involves emotional, social and cognitive beliefs. The four pillars of pain include- Peripheral nervous system or the movement system
- Autonomic system, composing the sympathetic, parasympathetic, hormonal and visceral systems
- Central nervous system
- Psycho-emotional aspects, such as stress, anxiety, fear, social life and memory of pain.