DEFINITION

FULL SPECTRUM REFLEXOLOGY applications within the microreflex/meridian systems of the foot, hand, ear and other selected energy points within the body's zones/meridians is based on: ancient historical practice; modern physio/anatomical observation; and clinical studies. These sources have demonstrated that reflex/meridian point stimulus actually triggers the photo-bioelectric aspects of the body's spontaneous healing/wellness processes. (See THEOREM below which describes reflex mechanism of action.) M.I.R. Research & Development Clinic has demonstrated spontaneous healing. These most often occur in clinical reflex applications when photobioelectric disequilibrium/equilibrium is activated in the human body by use of: steady or alternating finger/probe pressure; linear percussion machines; ice/heat; intra/ultra sound; noncoherent/coherent (LLLT) light; magnetism; piezo/microamp electricity; vacuum cups/boots; and foot joint microalignment reflex technique procedure (also believing prayer of faith was an adjunctive choice accepted by 50% of recipients treated by Dr. Brinkerhoff). Hence, reflexology may be considered a vital aspect of the newly emerging INTEGRATIVE MEDICAL MODEL. This manifestation of spontaneous healing has been shown to be longer lasting if: (a) the body is brought into a state of normal cellular hydration; (b) maintains nutritional sufficiency; (c) given moderate exposure to sunlight; (d) receives daily reflex stimulus and (e) a clear conscience is maintained on the part of the recipient by adherence to the directive of the Sovereign Creator to live in peace by treating others as you desire that they treat you. A few leaders in the USA Reflexology profession associated with the ARCB have challenged the INSTITUTE to differentiate between their style of Reflexology (which uses both ancient and modern tools) and the socalled "Orthodox USA" and "British Style" (which requires that the practitioner use "hands only" in a professional Reflexology session). This definition page is M.I.R.'s answer to their request. M.I.R. is in agreement with the pioneers of the USA reflexology profession (Fitzgerald, Riley, Ingham, Carter & Wittman); that probe, percussion or radiant energy devices are many times critical to the viability of the regenerative photo-bioelectric disequilibrium/equilibrium interaction; especially by lightweight practitioners treating some of their more robust heavyweight recipients. The INSTITUTE has chosen the term Full Spectrum Reflexology Method to describe the fruit of 36 years of pioneering research into effective reflex

stimulus (sedation/tonification of the body electric) by Zachary Brinkerhoff (Dr. Eunice Ingham-Stopfel's enthusiastic student). The dynamic photo-bioelectric effect of the Reflexology Mechanism of Action is best understood in light of the:

THEOREM:
That OSMOTIC PRESSURE from the MIXTURE of CONGEALING BLOOD PROTEINS, WATER, METABOLIC BYPRODUCTS, DEAD CELLS, FOREIGN PROTEINS, and TOXIC CHEMICALS DEFILE the DRY STATE of the INTERSTITIUM (SPACE BETWEEN the CELLS); which defiling congestion BLOCKS OXYGEN ACCESS to said CELLS; and shows by it's byproduct that it is the FUNDAMENTAL CAUSE and it's REVERSAL the DESIRED CURE and ultimate PREVENTION of PAIN, DISEASE and DEATH.
The original scientific research which revealed that excessive BLOOD PROTEIN AND WATER leakage into the space between the cells due to generalized increase in capillary permeability (resulting from trauma "shock" or poisoning) was made among three medical schools right here in the USA. The basic discoveries (made between 1930 & 1961) were the result of cooperation between Arthur C. Guyton at Mississippi School of Medicine; H. S. Mayerson, at Tulane School of Medicine; and Cecil K. Drinker, Harvard School of Medicine. (C. S. West, Golden Seven Plus One, 1982, LCCN 81-86099.) The International Society of Lymphology was founded in 1966 by the US Government and US Army when they brought lymphologists from all over the world to meet with Dr. H .S. Mayerson of Tulane Medical School at a meeting in New Orleans. The objective of the ISL was to pursue the findings of Mayerson and his colleagues; that the intrusion of blood proteins and excessive water into the space between the cells must be systematically removed by the lymphatic vessels in order to keep these same cells in the "DRY STATE"; the condition necessary for optimum health. (Ibid., West.)

ABOVE: Dr. West illustrates the "DRY STATE" described by Dr. Guyton as the "STATE OF HEALTH" (Ibid., West.) Note permeability of capillaries (uppermost vessel) allows fluid borne nutrients into the space between the cells; under ideal conditions 9/10 of the fluid returns to the bloodstream on the venous side of the capillaries; while 1/10th remains to become lymphatic fluid which eventually recycles back to the bloodstream.

The stasis of the "blood proteins and water" in the interstitium will "alter" the "DRY STATE." Excessive capillary permeability (porosity) may prevent absorption of oxygen by the cells. They observed that this condition (caused by trauma or poisoning) could cause death "in about 24 hours" or even less; if the lymphatic system was unable to clear the interstitium and prevent the onset of osmotic shock (rupture of cell walls). In 1981 Dr. Samuel West was invited to present his 31 step equation describing the "DRY STATE" (postulated: impossible for people to have cancer, viral or bacterial infections, allergies, arthritis, MS, polio, Cerebral Palsy, high blood pressure, or heart disease in "dry state"); before the International Society of Lymphology (ISL) membership at a Congress in Montreal. Dr. West's equation was unanimously accepted and he was encouraged by the committee to start the International Academy of Lymphology (IAL); in order to get this information disseminated to the people of the world. (Ibid., West.)

Rebounding and deep breathing have been shown by West to be powerful lymphatic vessel activators; as have electrical defibrillators used in emergency rooms. Here defibrillators are used for reactivating the heart; which can become erratic or even stop beating due to oxygen depravation; caused by the blood protein-water congestion and the resultant osmotic pressures in the space between the cells. Sufficient electrical shock closes the dilated pores and instantly activates the lymph vessels. Life returns as blood volume is restored and oxygen is again able to access the cells. Likewise, the dynamic hammerhead of Dr. Riley's Ultra Massager aka the DRUMmer has demonstrated it's ability to generate massive static/piezo electricity and the negative direct current of injury. This in conjunction with the Photoluminescent Reflex BEAMER's creation of both thermal-electricity from heat and photo-bioelectricity from light waves have (like the A drummer hammers his drumheads; like Riley's defibrillator) demonstrated their DRUMmer hammers the feet. ability to close the dilated pores and activate the lymphatic system, i.e., dissolution of edema, etc. When excessive blood proteins and water are allowed to remain in the interstitium; this congestive mixture will continue to grow and undergo degenerative changes. The albumin (blood proteins) will begin to congeal and take on the glue-like appearance that is similar to that of egg whites (see pictures to right); while other blood components along with metabolic waste products and dead cells will become contributing factors to this oxygen deprived emulsified anaerobic swamp of fermenting mucoid debris. This interstitial disease state is progressive: 1) first latent or hidden; 2) then progressing to the acute stage where pain becomes a "pain"; 3) and finally the chronic or degenerate stage where cellular tissue groups begin to become anaerobic (cancer potential is high) and die. Photo-bioelectrical energy has been shown to break the electrical valance bond of the sodium/ blood protein mixture; when it has been clogging the space between the cells and jamming the lymphatic vessel "sewage drain pipes" and the lymph node purification system. When the lymphatic system is cleared and again flowing freely; the Immune System (which operates within this structure) is liberated from its state of suppression (see diagram below).

M.I.R.'s Cellular Biologist Scott Olsen, Ph.D., thus far in his studies, has found no scientific contradictions in the 31 step equation of Dr. West. "After listening to West's 6 video tapes on his equation, I went out and bought a rebounder," admitted Dr. Olsen. Following Scott's nod of approval, M.I.R. has officially accepted West's Equation; as the explanation for the multitude of spontaneous healings and remissions that have resulted from the dynamic impact of photo-bioelectric energy upon the lymphatic system. "The doctor of the future will give no medicine; but will interest his patient in care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." Thomas Alvin Edison, Sc.D.