These are the most important types of reflexology reflexes. They require less pressure to activate and open up the sensitivity and communication to the intermedial and elementary reflexes. This is an excerpt from Doug Holland’s Advanced Reflexology Book (with copyright permission). The ‘Dominant Theory‘ is purely unique to his method.
The top 6 Dominant reflexes are:
1) Amygdala / Brain (from brain to lower neck) – unlocks emotion and relieves all tension and stress due to anxiety.
2) Hypothalamus – unlocks parasympathetic and sympathetic systems. Controls the pituitary.
3) Pituitary / Pineal – unlocks chemical and hormonal systems and activates adrenals. Adjusts melatonin release.
4) Anterior / Posterior Trapezius (shoulders) – unlocks muscular system.
5) Sciatic / Hip / Pelvis – unlocks sciatic nerve and entire spine, and promotes circulation for the whole body.
6) Whole Spine – unlocks nerve supply to the entire body for internal diagnosis and healing.
Doug's Book On Reflexology