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Endocrine System

Thymus Reflexology

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

2 reflex points · foot + face · 7 related research papers

Thymus reflexology means working the points on the feet, hands, and ears that tradition ties to the thymus. This page gathers every thymus point we have on the foot and face maps, 2 in total, with where each one sits and how to work it.

Where is the Thymus reflex point?

MapReflex pointSideView
footThymusBoth footsdorsal
faceBQC 240 — Immune Boost—face-front

Foot reflex

Thymus

dorsalBoth foots

Source: Bodytonic Clinic Reflexology Chart (2026) — point #65

Hand reflex

Thymus is not yet mapped in hand reflex in our dataset. We'll add it when our next chart source lands.

Ear reflex

Thymus is not yet mapped in ear reflex in our dataset. We'll add it when our next chart source lands.

Face reflex

BQC 240 — Immune Boost

face-front
Also targets:Spleen

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

Related research in the endocrine system

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

The Effect of Foot Reflexology Massage on Neuropathic Pain in Women With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses·2025·strong evidence
Pancreas

Effect of Foot Reflexology on Capillary Blood Glucose, Tissue Temperature, and Plantar Pressure of Individuals With Diabetes Mellitus (Type 2): A Pilot Study.

Journal of chiropractic medicine·2024·preliminary evidence
Pancreas

Effect of Foot Reflexology on Muscle Electrical Activity, Pressure, Plantar Distribution, and Body Sway in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

International journal of environmental research and public health·2022·preliminary evidence
Pancreas

The Effect of Aromatherapy on Blood Pressure and Stress Responses by Inhalation and Foot Massage in Patients With Essential Hypertension: Randomized Clinical Trial.

Holistic nursing practice·2022·strong evidence
Adrenal GlandsHeartHypertension Point

Effect of reflexology on ankle brachial index, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and glycemic control in older adults with diabetes: A randomized controlled trial.

Complementary therapies in clinical practice·2021·moderate evidence
Pancreas

Intelligent Diabetes Detection System based on Tongue Datasets.

Current medical imaging reviews·2020·preliminary evidence
Pancreas

Foot reflexology in feet impairment of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus: randomized trial.

Revista latino-americana de enfermagem·2017·moderate evidence
Pancreas

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Thymus reflexology FAQ

Where is the thymus reflex point on the foot?

The thymus point sits on the foot as part of the Thymus map. The thymus point shows up on both feet and both hands. The foot section below shows exactly where.

How do you do thymus reflexology?

Find the thymus 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 thymus reflexology?

We've linked 7 papers related to thymus 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.