The amount of pressure must always be dictated by the patient, if it is too light, you may request heavier presses and vice versa. Do not allow the reflexologist to tell you that such amount of pressure is required for a specific pressure point because the entire purpose of the session is the patient's comfort. Or ask the person if he feels any pain due to the massaging actions that you are doing. If he says that there is pain, then what you can do is to apply pressure on the said area for at least 30 seconds and work on that same area. Just repeat the process until that soreness or pain is gone. These are simple techniques that can be performed by anyone, even without proper training in reflexology. If anyone should experience any of the symptoms while she is alone, hand reflexology can also be undertaken. Apply pressure just below the knuckles on the back of the hand and on the palm for the pressure points of the chest, breast, lungs and upper back. The base of the thumb on the palm where thin loose skin webs it to the side of the palm is the area where the pressure point of the heart is located. Get certifications Most of the people looking for reflexology therapists will look for nationally certified therapists. If you want to easily get your clients in the market, then it is best that you are nationally certified as well. For certifications you may want to contact and get in touch with the American Reflexology Certification Board. Take time to stand up to stretch and bend your arms and back to refresh yourself. If the stiff neck has already gotten you before you knew it, massage the middle of the limbs of your fingers, where the middle knuckles are. This area represents the neck and gradual massages to this are will enable your muscles to relax and allow the blood to circulate. This requires prompt attention and medication and while you are at it better start applying the pressure on both the center soles of your feet for added relief. These are only three of the most important organs represented on the soles of one's feet introduced to us by reflexology. There is nothing wrong in putting in additional protection, so long as you consult a professional physician and refrain from self-medication.