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What is the first thing you do when something starts to hurt? Most people reach for a painkiller and try to eliminate it with a pill washed down with water. With more severe pain, most resort to seeking medical help. However, you can easily help yourself at home, even without pills! A simple massage of the index finger helps. Reflexology also helps with other ailments, such as insomnia or constipation. Each finger is connected to a particular organ and influences the functioning of the human body.
Thumb
The thumb is the most mobile of all fingers and is also connected to the cardiovascular system, mainly the heart and the lungs. If your pulse is elevated or your breathing is impaired, massage the thumb—gently knead it and lightly pull it.
Index finger
This finger is connected to the digestive system, primarily the large intestine and the stomach, so if you suffer from constipation or stomach pains, massage the index finger for one minute and gently pull it. Within a short time you will notice improvement and relief from pain.
Middle finger
The longest finger on the hand is connected to the heart, affects the condition of the blood and the respiratory system, and also the functioning of the small intestine. Massaging the middle finger is also suitable for insomnia or dizziness and malaise while traveling. A thorough massage of the middle finger and a firm grip will help.
Ring finger
This finger is not only suitable for wearing a ring; massaging it improves mood. For depressive states, therefore massage the ring finger and within moments you will feel an improvement in your mental state.
Little finger
The smallest finger is connected to the kidneys and affects their function, but the massage is also suitable for headaches and neck pain. After massaging there is almost immediate relief from pain in stiff neck muscles.
Hands
Massaging the hands as such stimulates the nervous system and blood circulation. Hand massages benefit mental health; it is even possible to improve mental state by regularly clapping along to the rhythm of a favorite song.
