Why is it important to avoid working reflex points over a recent skin condition or lesion?

• A. To prevent irritation, worsening of the condition, and potential infection or pain
• B. To improve circulation faster
• C. To shorten the session
• D. To avoid cleaning

Answer: (A)

Protecting tissue healing and skin integrity is the key idea here. When a skin condition or lesion is recent, the skin barrier is compromised, inflamed, and more sensitive. Pressing reflex points over or near that area can irritate tissues, worsen the condition, and increase the risk of infection or added pain. The body is in a healing state, and applying pressure can disrupt the repair process or introduce bacteria, potentially spreading discomfort or delaying recovery. Because of that, the safest and most effective approach is to avoid working reflex points on the affected skin and focus on other areas until healing is complete, while maintaining good hygiene. The other ideas—improving circulation faster, shortening the session, or skipping cleaning—don’t address the essential safety and healing risks involved with compromised skin.