Very few people would turn down an in-depth foot massage. Despite the difficulty of the scientific community assessing the benefits of reflexology, a foot massage renews and refreshes our mind and body. Our jobs, habits, and yes, even our shoes can contribute to foot pain and ailments. Studies have shown that reflexology can be effective in reducing pain, improving sleep quality, and managing psychological symptoms. The length of time and depth of pressure used in a treatment, as well as whether it's a single session or a longer course of treatment, can all affect the outcome. Using pressure on the feet to treat illness dates back thousands of years. Dr. William Fitzgerald, an ear, nose, and throat doctor, is credited with the modern birth of reflexology. In 1917, he and Edwin Bowers published their findings on "reflex zone therapy".