The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Infantile Colic Symptoms

Reflexology is one of the complementary health approaches; it is based on systematic pressure and stimulation with fingers to energy points in feet and hands and is a topic nowadays studied. Reflexology argues that the reflex maps in the hands and feet with all of the parts of the body are in contact. The pressure applied to each point stimulates the circulation of blood and energy like a sensor, gives a sense of relaxation, provides homeostasis. With a touch that is a different way of communication with children, is supported to create physical awareness via reflexology techniques, and is provided healthy nutrition of the stimulated tissue.

Placebo reflexology was performed by touch without pressure to the same rotation and to the same points as foot reflexology application. It was performed only to compare foot reflexology with a placebo effect.