Reflexology Research
RESEARCH PROJECTS
- Scheepers, C.A. (2017) Associated conditions and complications among people with diagnosed cholesterol. IARAMT Dip. T.R. Research Report. READ IT HERE
- Samuel, C. (2011) An investigation into the efficacy of reflexology on acute pain in healthy human subjects. University of Portsmouth Ph.D. Thesis. READ IT HERE
- Steenkamp, E. (2009) An integrative literature review of the utilisation of reflexology in adults with chronic disease. North-West University M.Cur. Dissertation. READ IT HERE
JOURNAL ARTICLES
- Ertürk, E.B. & Karadag, M. (2025) Foot reflexology for pain and anxiety associated with chest tube removal in patients after coronary artery bypass graft: A randomized controlled trial. Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, 31(1). READ IT HERE
- Ghanbari, Z., Valiani, M. & Kohan, S. (2025) The effect of foot reflexology on sexual function of lactating women: A randomized clinical trial. Reviews on Recent Clinical Trials. READ IT HERE
- Nanjeshgowda, H.L., Shetty, G.B., Sujatha, K.J. & Shetty, P. (2025) Assessing the impact of walking on a foot reflexology path on autonomic function: A feasibility study. Integr Med (Encinitas), 24(2). READ IT HERE
- Akbari, M., Golitaleb, M., Farahani, M., Nikbakht, D., Shahrodi, M., Davodabady, F., Amini, N. & Harorani, M. (2024) Effects of reflexology on anorexia and sleep quality in patients undergoing chemotherapy: A randomized clinical trial. Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research, 29(3). READ IT HERE
- Babamiri, B., Pourbahram, R., Sayahi, M., Ahangarzadeh, M., Goli, R., Faraji, N. & Faramarzi, M.R. (2024) Effects of acupuncture and foot reflexology on sleep quality in patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A clinical trial. Explore New York, 21(1). READ IT HERE
- Gizem Göktuna 1, Gülşah Gürol Arslan 2Göktuna, G. & Arslan, G.G. (2024) Effect of foot reflexology massage on sleep, anxiety and quality of life in hemodialysis patients: A single-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Explore (New York), 20(6). READ IT HERE
- Id, A.K. & Id, S.Z. (2024) Effect of reflexology on pain, fatigue, sleep quality, and lactation in postpartum primiparous women after cesarean delivery: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Human Lactation: Official Journal of International Lactation Consultant Association, 40(2). READ IT HERE
- Jadhav, S.K., Naregal, P.M., Mohite, V.R. & Karale, R.B. (2024) Impact of foot reflexology versus simple massage on vital signs, anxiety, and pain during blood transfusion among children with Thalassemia. Cureus 16(8). READ IT HERE
- James, J., Costello, J.T. & Drahota, A.K. (2024) A benchmark for the quality of reflexology intervention reporting using the template for intervention description and replication (TIDieR) checklist: A systematic review. European Journal of Integrative Medicine, 71. READ IT HERE
- Kilicli Id, A. & Zeyneloglu Id, S. (2024) Effect of reflexology on pain, fatigue, sleep quality, and lactation in postpartum primiparous women after cesarean delivery: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Human Lactation: Official Journal of International Lactation Consultant Association, 40(2)., READ IT HERE
- Lee, Y.J., Chen, M.Q. & Dong, J. (2024) Effect of foot reflexology on an infant with sensorineural hearing loss: A case report. World Journal of Clinical Cases, 12(8). READ IT HERE
- Nison, E., Turner, D., Ziv-Baran, T. & Tau, L. (2024) The effect of reflexology on immunolocial parameters of people living with HIV. Integrative Medicine Reports, 3(1). READ IT HERE
- Nodehi, F.N., Aziznejadroshan, P., Nikbakht, H.A., Haqshanas, M. & Halakhor, S. (2024) The effect of foot reflexology on the volume and composition of breast milk in mothers of premature infants hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit: A randomized controlled trial. BMC Pediatrics, 24(1). READ IT HERE
- Özbas, N., Sahan, N. & Aydin, E. (2024) The effect of foot reflexology on pain and kinesiophobia in patients following total knee arthroplasty: A double-blind randomized controlled study. Orthopedic Nursing, 43(4). READ IT HERE
- Özdelikara, A., Agacdiken, A.S. & Murat, T. (2024) The effect of reflexology and pelvic floor muscle (Kegel) exercises on urinary incontinence in people with multiple sclerosis. Urological Science, 35(3). READ IT HERE
- Ozdemir, F.A. & Can, G. (2024) The effect of reflexology socks in the management of Opioid-Induced constipation: A randomized controlled trial. Cancer Nursing. READ IT HERE
- Parizad, N., Hassanpour, A., Goli, R., Khalkhali, H. & Nozad, A. (2024) Comparing the impact of acupressure and reflexology on fatigue in chronic lymphocytic leukemia patients: A randomized controlled trial with three arms. European Journal of Oncology Nursing: The Official Journal of European Oncology Nursing Society, 70(102573). READ IT HERE
- Parlak, A.G., Akkus, Y. & Araz, O. (2024) The effect of foot reflexology on stress, fatigue, and low back pain in intensive care unit nurses: A randomized controlled trial. Pain Management Nursing: Official Journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses, 25(5). READ IT HERE
- Pasyar, N., Rambod, M., Najafian, Z., Nikoo, M.H., Yoosefinejad, A.K. & Salmanpour, M. (2024) The effect of foot reflexology on fatigue, sleep quality, physiological indices, and electrocardiogram changes in patients with acute myocardial infaction: A randomized clinical trial. Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research, 29(5). READ IT HERE
- Rajabzadeh, M., Namazinia, M., Bahrami-Taghanaki, H., Mohajer, S. & Mazloum, S.R. (2024) Comparing the effects of warm footbath and foot reflexology on depression of patients undergoing radiotherapy: Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology, 31. READ IT HERE
- Yücel, S. & Alemdar, D.K. (2024) The effect of listening music and foot reflexology on nausea, pain and anxiety in children during perioperative period: A randomized controlled study. Journal of Pediatric Nursing, 75. READ IT HERE
- Ali, E.A., Awad, W.H.A., Khedr, M.A. & Rabie, E.A.E.G.A. (2023) Effect of hand reflexology in ameliorating anxiety, pain, and fatigue among patients undergoing coronary angiography. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, 23(1). READ IT HERE
- Avci, N. & Oskay, U. (2023) Effect of reflexology on decreasing postoperative pain and anxiety after total abdominal hysterectomy. Holistic Nursing Practice, 37(2). READ IT HERE
- Bakavoly, M.E., Sajjadi, M., Ghasemi, R. & Ajamzibad, H. (2023) Comparison of the impacts of Benson relaxation technique and foot reflexology massage on sleep quality of patients with systolic heart failure: A randomized clinical trial. Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research, 28(4). READ IT HERE
- Carlson, L.E., Ismaila, N., Addington, E.L., Asher, G.N., Atreya, C., Balneaves, L.G., Bradt, J., Fuller-Shavel, N., Goodman, J., Hoffman, C.J., Huston, A., Mehta, A., Paller, C.J., Richardson, K., Seely, D., Siwik, C.J., Temel, J.S. & Rowland, J.H. (2023) Integrative Oncology Care of Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Adults with Cancer: Society for Integrative Oncology - ASCO Guideline. Journal of Clinical Oncology: Official Journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, 41(28). READ IT HERE
- Güven, S.D. (2023) Improving quality of life in the constipated older person: Reflexology or abdominal massage? A two-group, randomized comparative trial. Gastroenterology Nursing: The Official Journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses Associates, 46(6). READ IT HERE
- Kapikiran, G., Bulbuloglu, S., Gunes, H., Saritas, S. & Demir, B. (2023) A randomized controlled trial of reflexology effect after abdominal surgery on patient satisfaction, pain and vital signs. Explore (New York, N.Y.), 19(4). READ IT HERE
- Liang, X., Wu, S., Li, K., Zhang, H., Yang, F., Wang, X. & Yang, G. (2023) The effects of reflexology on symptoms in pregnancy: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Heliyon, 9(8). READ IT HERE
- Lialy, H.E., Mohamed, M.A., AbdAllatif, L.A., Khalid, M. & Elhelbawy, A. (2023) Effects of different physiotherapy modalities on insomnia and depression in perimenopausal, menopausal, and post-menopausal women: A systematic review. BMC Women's Health, 23(363). READ IT HERE
- Ma, X., Yuan, Z., Qian, B., Guan, Y. & Wang, B. (2023) Systematic review and meta-analysis of reflexology for people with multiple sclerosis: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine, 102(5). READ IT HERE
- Marcolin, M.L., Tarot, A., Lombardo, V., Pereira, B., Van Lander, A. & Guastella, V. (2023) The effects of foot reflexology on symptoms of discomfort in palliative care: A feasibility study. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies, 23(1). READ IT HERE
- Mazloum, S.R., Rajabzadeh, M., Mohajer, S., Bahrami-Taghanaki, H. & Namazinia, M. (2023) Comparing the effects of warm footbath and foot reflexology on the fatigue of patients undergoing radiotherapy: A randomized clinical trial. Integrative Cancer Therapies, 22. READ IT HERE
- Norheim, A.J., Fønnebø, V.M., Lindeland, J.P., Varpe, T., Stub, T., Bigset, C. & Kristoffersen, A.E. (2023) Reflexology for acute rhinosinusitis - Results from a blinded, early-phase comparative trial. Explore (New York, N.Y.), 19(1). READ IT HERE
- Sahan, S. & Güler, S. (2023) The effect of foot reflexology on fatigue in hemodialysis patients: A meta-analysis study. Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 31. READ IT HERE
- Tavallali, F., Vahedparast, H., Hajinezhad, F. & Bagherzadeh, R. (2023) Effect of foot reflexology and Benson relaxation on pain, breastfeeding and weight of neonates of women undergoing a cesarean section. Archives of Iranian Medicine, 26(7). READ IT HERE
- Tian, E.J., Veziari, Y., Leach, M.J. & Kumar, S. (2023) The effectiveness of reflexology on mental health in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 50(101708). READ IT HERE
- Baljon, K., Romli, M.H., Ismail, A.H., Khuan, L. & Chew, B.H. (2022) Effectiveness of breathing exercises, foot reflexology and massage (BRM) on maternal and newborn outcomes among Primigravidae in Saudi Arabia: A randomized controlled trial. International Journal of Women's Health, 14. READ IT HERE
- Cai, D.C., Chen, C.Y., Lo, T.Y. (2022) Foot Reflexology: Recent Research Trends and Prospects. Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 11(1). READ IT HERE
- Elbanna, R.H.M., Elabd, S.O.A. & Alghitany, S.I.A. (2022) Comparing the influence of foot reflexology and fasting mimicking diet on quality of life and sleep quality in obesity hypoventilation syndrome. Journal of Complementary & Integrative Medicine, 20(1). READ IT HERE
- Ghanbari, A., Shahrbabaki, P.M., Dehghan, M., Mardanparvar, H., Abadi, E.K.D., Emami, A., Sarikhani-Khorrami, E. (2022) Comparison of the Effect of Reflexology and Swedish Massage on Restless Legs Syndrome and Sleep Quality in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: a Randomized Clinical Trial. International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, 15(2). READ IT HERE
- Gökbulut, N., Emine, I.A. & Cigdem, K.A. (2022) The impact of foot massage given to postmenopausal women on anxiety, fatigue, and sleep: A randomized-controlled trial. Menopause, 29(11). READ IT HERE
- Güven, S.D. (2022) Improving sleep quality in older adults: Foot reflexology or warm footbath? A single-blind, 6-week intervention, two group. randomized comparative study. Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 48(3). READ IT HERE
- Jing, Y., Liu, S., Pan, C., Jian, Y., Wang, M. & Ni, B. (2022) The effects of foot reflexology on vital signs: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. READ IT HERE
- Mao, J.J., Ismaila, N., Bao, T., Barton, D., Ben-Arye, E., Garland, E.L., Greenlee, H., Leblanc, T., Lee, R.T., Lopez, A.M., Loprinzi, C., yman, G.H., MacLeod, J., Master, V.A., Ramchandran, K., Wagner, L.I., Walker, E.M., Bruner, D.W., Witt, C.M. & Bruera, E. (2022) Integrative Medicine for pain management in oncology: Society for integrative oncology - ASCO guidelines. Journal of Clinical Oncology. READ IT HERE
- Sari, L.T., Wibisono, W. & Renityas, N.N. (2022) The effectiveness of reflexology massage to the reduction of blood sugar level of elderly with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Journal of NERS and Midwivery, 9(2). READ IT HERE
- Sharifi, N., Bahri, N., Hadizadeh-Talasaz, F., Azizi, H., Nezami, H. & Tohidinik, H.R. (2022) A randomized clinical trial on the effect of foot reflexology performed in the fourth stage of labor on uterine afterpain. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 22(1). READ IT HERE
- Toledo, T.G., Freire, L.A.M., Reis, L.M.D., Terra, A.M.S.V. & Santos, A.T.S. (2022) Effect of foot reflexology on muscle electrical activity, pressure, plantar distribution, and body sway in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A pilot randomized controlled trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(21). READ IT HERE
- Wattanaruangkowit, P., Muengtaweepongsa, S., Kengganpanich, M., & Kengganpanich, T. (2022). The Effects of Foot Reflexology for Smoking Cessation on Brain Activities with Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI): A Pilot Study. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine : eCAM, 1727479. READ IT HERE
- Whatley, J., Perkins, J. & Samuel, C. (2022) Exploring the mechanism of action. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 48. READ IT HERE
- Yükseltürk Şimşek N., Nacir B. & Demir, A. (2022) Determining the Effect of Reflexology on Nausea, Vomiting and Anxiety in Patients with Breast Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Study. Complementary Medicine Research. READ IT HERE
- Anderson, K.D. & Downey, M. (2021) Foot Reflexology: An intervention for pain and nausea among impatients with cancer. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 25(5). READ IT HERE
- Cicek, S.C., Demir, S., Yilmaz, D. & Yildiz, S. (2021) Effect of reflexology on ankle brachial index, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and glycemic control in older adults with diabetes: A randomized controlled trial. Complement Ther Clin Pract., 44(101437). READ IT HERE
- Davodabady, F., Naseri-Salahshour, V., Sajadi, M., Mohtarami, A. & Rafiei, F. (2021) Randomized controlled trial of the foot reflexology on pain and anxiety severity during dressing change in burn patients. Burns, 47(1). READ IT HERE
- Dogan, H.D. & Tan, M. (2021) Effects of reflexology on pain, fatigue, and quality of life in multiple sclerosis patients: A clinical study. Altern Ther Health Med. READ IT HERE
- Fazlollah, A., Darzi, H.B., Heidaranlu, E. & Moradian, S.T. (2021) The effect of foot reflexology massage on delirium and sleep quality following cardiac surgery: A randomized clinical trial. Complement Ther Med., 60(102738). READ IT HERE
- Ghasemi, M., Rejeh, N., Bahrami, T., Heravi-Karimooi, M., Tadrisi, S.D. & Vaismoradi, M. (2021) Aromatherapy massage vs. foot reflexology on the severity of restless legs syndrome in female patients undergoing hemodialysis. Geriatrics (Basel, Switzerland), 6(4). READ IT HERE
- Gupta, A., Sedhom, R., Sharma, R., Zhang, A., Waldfogel, J.M., Feliciano, J.L., Day, J., Gersten, R.A., Davidson, P.M., Bass, E.B. & Dy, S.M. (2021) Nonpharmacological interventions for managing breathlessness in patients with advanced cancer: A systematic review. JAMA Oncology, 7(2). READ IT HERE
- Huang, H.C., Chen, K.H., Kuo, S.F. & chen, I.H. (2021) Can foot reflexology be a complementary therapy for sleep disturbances? Evidence appraisal through a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 77(4). READ IT HERE
- Jodat, M.A., Alilu, L., Rezayee, S.A. and Asl, R.G. (2021) Effects of reflexology on the pain intensity among patients with depression after receiving electroconvulsive therapy: A randomized clinical trial. The Journal of Caring Sciences, 10(3). READ IT HERE
- Karatas, N. & Dalgic, A.I. (2021) Is foot reflexology effective in reducing colic symptoms in infants: A randomized placebo-controlled trial. Complement Ther Med., 59:(102732). READ IT HERE
- Mohan, M. & Varghese, L. (2021) Effect of foot reflexology on reduction of labour pain among Primigravida mothers. International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, 14(1). READ IT HERE
- Murat-Ringot, A., Souquet, P.J., Subtil, F., Boutitie, F., Preau, M. & Piriou, V. (2021) The effect of foot reflexology on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in patients with digestive or lung cancer: Randomized controlled trial. JMIR Cancer, 7(4). READ IT HERE
- Sayari, S., Nobohar, M. & Ghorbani, R. (2021) Effect of foot reflexology on chest pain and anxiety in patients with acute myocaridal infarction: A double blind randomized clinical trial. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 42(101296). READ IT HERE
- Shahriari, A., Sarani, H., Sheikh, S. & Arbabisarjou, A. (2021) The effect of foot reflexology massage on pruritus in hemodialysis patients. J Educ Health Promot., 10(81). READ IT HERE
- Türkcü, S.G. & Özkan, S. (2021) The effects of reflexology on anxiety, depression and quality of life in patients with gynecological cancers with reference to Watson's theory of human caring. Complement Ther Clin Pract., 44(101428). READ IT HERE
- Vieira, A.K.A., Nagumo, M.T., Kuba, G., Kurebayashi, L.F.S. & Turrini, R.N.T. (2021) Effect of foot reflexology protocol on premenstrual syndrome symptoms in nursing students: A pre-post pilot study. International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, 14(1). READ IT HERE
- Yilmaz, D. & Kurt, F.Y. (2021) The effect of foot reflexology on procedural pain before heel lancing in neonates. Arch Pediatr., 28(4). READ IT HERE
- Zeidabadinejad, S., Shahrbabaki, P.M. & Dehghan, M. (2021) The effect of foot reflexology on sexual function of patients under hemodialysis: A randomized parallel controlled clinical trial. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM) (8553549). READ IT HERE
- Hannula, L., Puukka, P., Asunmaa, M. & Mäkijärvi, M. (2020) A pilot study of parents' experiences of reflexology treatment for infants with colic in Finland. Scand J Caring Sci., 34(4). READ IT HERE
- Inkaya, B. & Tuzer, H. (2020) Effect of reflexology on the constipation status of elderly people. Yonago Acta Med, 63(2). READ IT HERE
- Levy, I., Attias, S., Lavee, T.S., Avneri, O., Cohen, G., Balachsan, S., Sagi, S. & Schiff, E. (2020) The effectiveness of foot reflexology in reducing anxiety and duration of labor in primiparas: An open-label randomized controlled trial. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 38. READ IT HERE
- Wang, W.L., Hung, H.Y., Chen, Y.R., Chen, K.H., Yang, S.N., Chu, C.M. & Chan, Y.Y. (2020) Effect of foot reflexology intervention on depression, anxiety, and sleep quality in adults: A meta-analysis and metaregression of randomized controlled trials. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. READ IT HERE
- Yaqi, H., Nan, J., Ying, C., Xiaojun, Z., Lijuan, Z., Yulu, W., Siqi, W., Shixiang, C. & Yue, Z. (2020) Foot reflexology in the management of functional constipation: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Complement Ther Clin Pract., 40. READ IT HERE
- Ozdelikara, A. & Alkan, S.A. (2018) The effects of reflexology on fatigue and anxiety in patients with multiple sclerosis. Altern Ther Health Med., 24(4). READ IT HERE
- Tarrasch, R., Carmel-Neiderman, N.N., Ben-Ami, S., Kaufman, B., Pfeffer, R., Ben-David, M. & Gamus, D. (2018) The effect of reflexology on the pain-insomnia-fatigue disturbance cluster of breast cancer patients during adjuvant radiation therapy. J Altern Complement Med., 24(1). READ IT HERE
- Sahiner, N.C. & Bal, M.D. (2017) A randomized controlled trial examining the effects of reflexology on children with functional constipation. Gastroenterol Nurs., 40(5). READ IT HERE
- Soheili, M., Nazari, F., Shaygannejad, V. & Valiani, M. (2017) A comparison the effects of reflexology and relaxation on the psychological symptoms in women with multiple sclerosis. Journal of education and health promotion, 6(11). READ IT HERE
- Babadi, M. E., Nazari, F., Safari, R., & Abdoli, S. (2016). The effect of reflexology on pain perception aspects in nurses with chronic low back pain in Isfahan. Iranian journal of nursing and midwifery research, 21(5). READ IT HERE
- Embong, N. H., Soh, Y. C., Ming, L. C., & Wong, T. W. (2016). Perspectives on reflexology: A qualitative approach. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine, 7(3). READ IT HERE
- Metin, Z.G. & Ozdemir, L. (2016) The effects of aromatherapy massage and reflexology on pain and fatigue in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A randomized controlled trial. Pain Manag Nurs., 17(2). READ IT HERE
- Embong, N.H., Soh, Y.C., Ming, L.C. & Wong, T.W. (2015) Revisiting reflexology: Concept, evidence, current practice, and practitioner training. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine, 5(4). READ IT HERE
- Nazari, F., Shahreza, M.S., Shaygannejad, V. & Valiani, M. (2015) Comparing the effects of reflexology and relaxation on fatigue in women with multiple sclerosis. Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res, 20(2). READ IT HERE
- Wyatt, G., Sikorskii, A., Rahbar, M.H., Victorson, D. & You, M. (2012) Health-related quality of life outcomes: A reflexology trial with patients with advanced-stage breast cancer. Oncology Nursing Forum, 39(6). READ IT HERE
- Lee, J., Han, M., Chung, Y., Kim, J. & Choi, J. (2011) Effects of foot reflexology on fatigue, sleep and pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Korean Acad Nurs, 41(6). READ IT HERE
- Quattrin, R., Zanini, A., Buchini, S., Turello, D., Annunziata, M.A., Vidotti, C., Colombatti, A. & Brusaferro, S. (2006) Use of reflexology foot massage to reduce anxiety in hospitalized cancer patients in chemotherapy treatment: methodology and outcomes. Nursing Management, 14(2). READ IT HERE
- Cope, D. & Lacey, M.D. (2002) The effects of foot massage and reflexology on decreasing anxiety, pain, and nausea in patients with cancer. Oncology Nursing Forum, 6(3). READ IT HERE
- Launs, L. (1995) A description of reflexology practice and clientele in Denmark. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 3(4). READ IT HERE