Reflexology for Retardation 3 Studies: <previous 1 2 3 next >

Subject:

	Retardation, School Learning

Study Conducted:	Country:	Institution:

	China		Not indicated.

Citation:

	Mao, P., "Treatment of a Case of Congenital Aplastic Mental Retardation with Foot Reflexology Therapy." 1993 China Reflexology Symposium Report, Beijing : China Reflexology Association, page 11.

Synopsis:

	A 14 yr old boy with mental retardation was given one month of foot reflexology. He was born weak, malnourished and aphasic. After the treatment, he improved physically and scholastically, passing all his exams, in all subjects, with a high score.

Conclusion:

	Foot reflexology has been shown to be effective in improving physical ability and performance in school learning.

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