14/01/2026
The immune system is closely linked to the nervous system, lymphatic system, and the body’s response to stress. When the body is under prolonged stress, immune function can become less efficient, affecting recovery and resilience.
Reflexology is a holistic therapy that works by encouraging deep relaxation and supporting the body’s natural self-regulation. By helping to calm the nervous system, reflexology may assist in reducing the physiological effects of stress, which in turn supports immune processes.
Reflexology is also thought to support lymphatic flow, an important part of immune function that helps the body move waste products and maintain internal balance.
By working gently with the whole body rather than targeting symptoms alone, reflexology supports balance and resilience, helping the body function as effectively as possible over time.
💜 The Irish Reflexologists’ Institute (IRI) is the professional body for reflexology in Ireland, supporting reflexologists through education, professional standards, continued learning, and a connected practitioner community. 💜
