Posted on November 6, 2007 in Latest News
You are tired and your foot is aching so bad that you wish you could do something about it. Here are some ways, which will help you relax your feet through appropriate ways of massage.
- Soak feet in warm water for about 10 minutes. In order to make the experience more enriching include drops of your favorite essential oil or bath salts.
- Lean back against a pillow or a couch, feel relaxed and comfortable. Perhaps include some relaxing background music or lightly scented candles.
- Before starting the massage make sure your feet is dry.
- Place a cushion or a rolled-up towel under the knee of the leg/foot you’re working on to keep it relaxed and slightly bent. This will prevent inhibition of circulation.
- You can start by applying some balm or cream on your feet
- Begin by stroking top of foot, between cords located on top of foot at instep. Massage from the toe to ankle.
- Continue by stroking sole of foot, first more gently, then increase pressure.
- Apply more pressure on areas such as the heel or ball of the foot. Start from the top and work your way down. Do not neglect the sides.
- Massage slowly and gently to induce relaxation, and massage more quickly and deeply to induce stimulation.
- Throughout massage, if you feel tension building up in your hands, periodically shake hands loose of energy and continue massage.
- Hold the foot with one hand, then very gently using the other hand rotate the foot, first at the ankle, and then near the ball of the foot. Repeat this procedure 5 times in each direction
- Now knead the sole by using moderate pressure. Give enough attention to the arch.
- Gently massage each toe. Take each toe individually. Gently squeeze the end of each toe.
Wipe off any excess cream or oil with a soft towel. Slip into thick socks to retain moisturizing, or slippers will suffice as well.You will feel deeply relaxed. For effective results try out this technique of massage before going to bed.
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