| 单词 | reflex point |
| 释义 | > as lemmasreflex point c. In reflexology and similar systems of therapy: any of the points or zones, esp. on the foot, to which pressure may be applied in order to stimulate another part of the body. Frequently attributive, as reflex area, reflex point, etc. ΚΠ 1948 J. A. Haggard Foot Massage iii. 15 It is detrimental to massage too long on one reflex. 1955 Reno (Nevada) Evening Gaz. 16 Sept. Reflexology. Incredible relief though the reflexes in your feet. 1971 Delaware County (Pa.) Daily Times 2 Feb. 10/4 She illustrated reflex points on the feet for the thyroid, pituitary, the back, a knee and so on. 1992 Which? Nov. 47/2 Reflexologists believe that massage of the reflex points in your feet can be used to treat the corresponding parts of the body. 2003 S. Cressy Reflexology (rev. ed.) 62 The heart reflex is found mainly on the client's left foot between the shoulder line and the diaphragm line. < as lemmas |
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