‘The results showed that postural stability and postural sway were significantly improved in experimental groups with open and closed eyes on both firm(hard) and foam surfaces. So,
these findings indicated that six weeks reflexology which may effect on proprioceptive sense of one’s own body
position in space can lead to a better balance in elderly women with open and closed eyes.’
NB The above is excerpted from the study below, please click on the link for the full study.