North Dakota Reflexology Board

About NDRB

Our Mission

Our mission is to ensure the health and safety of reflexology consumers in North Dakota. The Board licenses all that have met the requirements to be licensed for reflexology in North Dakota and charge a fee for reflexology services. This includes anyone working in a spa, massage therapy office, chiropractic office, etc. that offers reflexology as a separate or additional service.

Our History

In 1993, North Dakota became the first state to pass a reflexology law which was signed by then Governor, Ed Schafer. The North Dakota Reflexology Board (NDRB) was established to independently license reflexologists in North Dakota. Chapter 43–49 Sections 01 to 13 of the North Dakota Century Code relate to the licensure of reflexologists. It was amended in 2011 and 2023.

Our Purpose

This website is intended to help members of the public find a licensed reflexologist in North Dakota, provide information about what reflexology education and CEU's are accepted by the North Dakota Reflexology Board, explain how to become licensed in North Dakota, and offer general information about reflexology and organizations related to reflexology.

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What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is often confused with massage and mistakenly called foot massage, but it is in fact a separate modality with ancient beginnings.

Here in the U.S., Eunice Ingham is often called the Mother of Reflexology. She developed the Ingham Method of Reflexology, which is taught by certified Ingham instructors throughout the U.S. and other parts of the world. It is one technique of many, but some of the same techniques are used in each. Techniques such as thumb-walking, finger-walking, hook and back up, and rotation on a reflex using alternating pressure are used on the various reflexes found predominantly on a client's feet, hands, or ears.

Reflexology is scientifically based, holistic, and non-invasive. It works on the premise that there are reflex areas mapped on the feet, hands, outer ears and face which correspond to all parts of the body.
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The Obstetrics and Gynecology Journal accepted and published a PMS study about the effectiveness of reflexology in 1993. Since then, there have been over 300 other studies done in the U.S. and around the world.

Reflexology is not a substitute for standard medical care, but it can be part of an integrated approach to maintaining or improving health, especially for some chronic conditions that are stress related.

Benefits of Reflexology

- Relieve stress & tension

- Improve circulation & nerve function

- Reduce or eliminate pain

- Help cleanse the body of toxins

- Helps the body achieve homeostasis

- Provide a feeling of wellness

- Good for all ages

Reflexology Association of America

National Reflexology Council of Educators

The Reflexology Association of America (RAA) began in 1995 as an organization to promote the scientific and professional advancement of reflexology in the U.S. RAA has worked legislatively across the U.S. to help reflexologists be able to practice, and has helped ND to become the first state with a reflexology law. It has helped exempt re

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National Reflexology Council of Educators

The National Reflexology Council of Educators (NRCE) began in 2016. Its goal is to establish national educational standards for reflexology. Eventually, they will develop a core curriculum for those teaching reflexology and for those offering national certification.

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American Reflexology Certification Board

National Reflexology Council of Educators

American Reflexology Certification Board

Since 1991, the American Reflexology Certification Board has been an independent testing/certifying agency recognized as having the highest testing standards for reflexologists. It is not connected to any of the reflexology teaching programs, and is the only national certifying agency recognized by RAA.

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International Council of Reflexology

American Reflexology Certification Board

The International Council of Reflexology (ICR) has members from many countries and has an International Conference every two years, bringing reflexologists from over 20-30 countries together with speakers from around the world, sharing information about reflexology.

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Reflexology Association of Canada

International Council of Reflexology

Reflexology Association of Canada

The Reflexology Association of Canada (RAC) is the oldest reflexology association in North America. Its goal is to promote reflexology, set high standards, and offers a variety of membership and educational opportunities.

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North Dakota Reflexology Board

About NDRB

Our Mission

Our History

Our Purpose

Discover Reflexology with the NDRB

What is Reflexology?

Benefits of Reflexology