Foot massage is massaging the feet and legs. They may be divided into two main types as follows:
- General foot massage It is a massage using fingers, palms, or massage tools. Focus on relaxing muscles. Reduce tension and stimulate blood circulation
- Acupressure foot massage It is a massage using fingers to press on various points. Area of the soles of the feet It is believed that these points are connected to various organs in the body, so reflexology may help relieve aches and pains. or various health problems related to those organs
Benefits of foot massage
Foot massage has many benefits:
- Helps you feel relaxed. Reduce stress and anxiety
- Relieves muscle aches and pains
- Stimulate blood circulation
- Helps the nervous system work more efficiently.
- Relieves insomnia
- Helps the digestive system work better.
- Helps the immune system work better
How to massage feet
Foot massages can be done at home or at a massage parlor. The general steps are as follows.
- Prepare massage equipment such as massage oil, conditioner, or balm.
- Wash your feet thoroughly
- Apply massage oil or conditioner to the feet.
- Use your fingers or palms to massage the soles of your feet and toes.
- Massage along the spine of the foot.
- Massage the heel and ankle area
- Massage the calves and legs
You should massage your feet for about 30-60 minutes, 2-3 times a week, if you have an injury or chronic disease. You should consult your doctor or physical therapist before getting a foot massage.
