Research studies confirm the effectiveness of reflexology for supporting post-operative recovery. “Researchers note the value of reflexology post surgically: speeding recovery time; adding to nursing interventions to ease pain when medication alone is not enough, as well as easing anxiety.” Reflexology can also have a positive financial impact: reducing the need for pain medication, enabling an earlier return of gastrointestinal and urinary functions, thus prompting an earlier discharge from the hospital. Read more…