Tian, H., "One Case of Vegetative Person" Regain Consciousness by Foot Reflexotherapy." 1998 China Reflexology Symposium Report, Beijing : China Reflexology Association, pages 17-19
Synopsis:
A young man with appendicitis was given procaine before surgery and had a severe reaction and went into shock. It took 8 minutes of emergency measures to start the heart beating again but he remained in a state of unconsciousness. His mother gave him a reflexology treatment with the guidance of H.Tian working on specific areas and gradually he regained consciousness, memory, speech and movement.
Conclusion:
Foot reflexology was found to be effective for bringing a patient back to consciousness, with neuromuscular memory, speech, and movement, as well as endocrine system functions.