ABSTRACT
introduction. In medical rehabilitation of patients who have suffered a new coronavirus infection COVID-19, it is recommended to use reflexotherapy (acupuncture). Before applying reflexotherapy, it is recommended to conduct an acupuncture diagnosis which allows to choose a method of exposure, create an individual acupuncture prescription and carry out subsequent monitoring of its effectiveness. aim. Prepare a literature review using Russian and foreign sources and present data from modern studies on the use of reflexology in the medical rehabilitation of patients who have undergone a new coronavirus infection COVID-19. Conclusion. Currently, various methods of reflexotherapy are used to impact on acupuncture points. the use of reflexotherapy increases the body’s defenses, has a significant positive effect on bronchial obstruction, regional lung ventilation, diaphragm functional ability, pulmonary hemodynamics and helps to restore the sense of smell and taste. Reflexotherapy methods reduce the manifestations of myofascial pain syndrome affecting the respiratory muscles, restore muscle strength, reduce shortness of breath and anxiety. the experience of doctors from different countries will increase the effectiveness of comprehensive rehabilitation and the quality of life of patients with various complications after a new coronavirus infection COVID-19. © 2018 Kyokai Joho Imeji Zasshi/Journal of the Institute of Image Information and Television Engineers. All rights reserved.