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Musculoskeletal System

Cervical Spine Reflexology

Every reflexology pressure point that targets the cervical spine, with locating instructions, self-treatment technique, and related research.

7 reflex points · foot + hand + ear + face (4) · 18 related research papers

Cervical Spine reflexology means working the points on the feet, hands, and ears that tradition ties to the cervical spine. This page gathers every cervical spine point we have on the foot, hand, ear and face maps, 7 in total, with where each one sits and how to work it.

Where is the Cervical Spine reflex point?

MapReflex pointSideView
footCervical SpineBoth footsplantar
handCervical SpineBoth handspalm
earCervical Spine (Antihelix)Both earsear-lateral
faceBQC 206 — Left Jawline Mid—face-front
faceBQC 207 — Right Jawline Mid—face-front
faceBQC 255 — Cervical Spine (Face)—face-front
faceBQC 81 — Nose Bridge Upper—face-front

Foot reflex

Cervical Spine

plantarBoth foots

Source: Bodytonic Clinic Reflexology Chart (2026) — point #38

Hand reflex

Cervical Spine

palmBoth hands

Source: ReflexAromas Hand Reflexology Chart (via Maine DDC distribution)

Ear reflex

Cervical Spine (Antihelix)

Also known as: MA-AH8, C-Spine

ear-lateralBoth ears

Source: WHO Standard Auricular Nomenclature (1990 Lyon) / Nogier tradition / Oleson Auriculotherapy Manual

Face reflex

BQC 206 — Left Jawline Mid

face-front
Also targets:Shoulder

Source: Bùi Quôc Châu BQC Point System (1980) / International Academy of Dien Chan / Multireflexology.com

BQC 207 — Right Jawline Mid

face-front
Also targets:Shoulder

Source: Bùi Quôc Châu BQC Point System (1980) / International Academy of Dien Chan / Multireflexology.com

BQC 255 — Cervical Spine (Face)

face-front
Also targets:Neck

Source: Bùi Quôc Châu BQC Point System (1980) / International Academy of Dien Chan / Multireflexology.com

BQC 81 — Nose Bridge Upper

face-front
Also targets:Neck

Source: Bùi Quôc Châu BQC Point System (1980) / International Academy of Dien Chan / Multireflexology.com

Research studying this organ

Effect of Foot Reflexology on Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review of Current Evidence.

International journal of MS care·2025·strong evidence

Manual Therapy as a Management of Cervical Radiculopathy: A Systematic Review.

BioMed research international·2021·strong evidence

Manual Therapy in Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2021·limited evidence

Effectiveness of Mulligan manual therapy over exercise on headache frequency, intensity and disability for patients with migraine, tension-type headache and cervicogenic headache - a protocol of a pragmatic randomized controlled trial.

BMC musculoskeletal disorders·2021·preliminary evidence

Manual therapy versus therapeutic exercise in non-specific chronic neck pain: a randomized controlled trial.

Trials·2021·moderate evidence

Non-pharmacological management of persistent headaches associated with neck pain: A clinical practice guideline from the Ontario protocol for traffic injury management (OPTIMa) collaboration.

European journal of pain (London, England)·2020·strong evidence

The efficacy of manual therapy and exercise for treating non-specific neck pain: A systematic review.

Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation·2018·strong evidence

The Effectiveness of Neural Mobilization for Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy·2018·moderate evidence

Nonoperative Management of Cervical Radiculopathy.

American family physician·2017·strong evidence

Reflexology treatment relieves symptoms of multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled study.

Multiple sclerosis (Houndmills, Basingstoke, England)·2003·moderate evidence

Related research in the musculoskeletal system

Studies on other organs in this body system that may be relevant to cervical spine reflexology practice.

The effects of aromatherapy massage in menopausal women with knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled study.

Explore (New York, N.Y.)·2024·moderate evidence
Knee

Efficacy of manual therapy for sacroiliac joint pain syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy·2024·moderate evidence
Sacral Spine

The effects of manual therapy in pain and safety of patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Systematic reviews·2024·moderate evidence
Knee

Effect of exercise and manual therapy or kinesiotaping on sEMG and pain perception in chronic low back pain: a randomized trial.

BMC musculoskeletal disorders·2024·strong evidence
Lumbar Spine

Recent clinical practice guidelines for the management of low back pain: a global comparison.

BMC musculoskeletal disorders·2024·moderate evidence
Lumbar Spine

A Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Persons With Non-specific Low Back Pain With and Without Radiculopathy: Identification of Best Evidence for Rehabilitation to Develop the WHO's Package of Interventions for Rehabilitation.

Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation·2023·strong evidence
Sciatic NerveLumbar Spine

Comparison of Manual Therapy Technique to Therapeutic Exercise in the Treatment of Patients With Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Journal of manipulative and physiological therapeutics·2023·strong evidence
Shoulder

Manual therapy and exercise for adhesive capsulitis: a systematic review with meta-analysis.

The Journal of manual & manipulative therapy·2023·limited evidence
Shoulder

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Cervical Spine reflexology FAQ

Where is the cervical spine reflex point on the foot?

The cervical spine point sits on the foot as part of the Cervical Spine map. The cervical spine point shows up on both feet and both hands. The foot section below shows exactly where.

How do you do cervical spine reflexology?

Find the cervical spine point on the foot or hand and press it with steady, firm pressure, either holding or making small circles. Each point below has full notes on where it is and how to work it. Reflexology is a complementary therapy, so check with a healthcare provider about anything medical.

Is there research on cervical spine reflexology?

We've linked 18 papers related to cervical spine reflexology below. The evidence for reflexology is still thin, and what there is points more to relaxation and general wellbeing than to treating specific conditions, so talk to a healthcare provider.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy. The connections shown here are based on reflexology tradition, not medical science. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns.