Which term is the helping hand or supporting hand; provides leverage for the working hand that is applying pressure?

• A. Leverage
• B. Holding hand
• C. Guidelines
• D. Deposit

Answer: (B)

In reflexology, the holding hand is the one that stabilizes and supports the area being worked. By cradling or cupping the limb, it provides a firm anchor and a lever point, allowing the working hand to apply pressure with better control and precision. This setup helps maintain proper alignment, comfort, and safety for the client while the practitioner delivers targeted pressure. Leverage is a related idea in that the holding hand enables leverage, but the name for the assisting hand is holding hand. The other terms don’t describe a hand used for support in this technique.