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Foot Massage Alleviate Hurts Faster

In a world where all we do is stand, run, walk and lift - our feet support us all day long. While being in shoes and socks all day, we restrict circulation and air contact. One of the most thoughtful gifts I ever received was the gift of a foot rub. These days there are seats everywhere where we simply insert a quarter and our feet will get rubbed and jiggled, leaving us quite like we just experienced an earthquake. Nothing beats the genuine human touch. So, now, why a foot massage?

If you think think this is something new, think again. Neither is new, nor is it limited to a single culture. Chinese records dating back 5,000 years document its use; Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems the ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians applied forms of massage for many ailments. Massages are applied in a variety of methods - some 250 methods of tapping, kneading, applying pressure, etc, the list goes on. Tissue and muscles are massaged, while the skin is gently rubbed to enhance blood flow.

In the 21st century modern United States we have learned how to apply and use kinds of traditional massage therapies. We have even developed new forms. One of these forms is foot massage. Your feet do not need to be bare in order to receive a massage, but it is better if they are. If not, your masseuse will probably clean them with a wipe or wet cloth. He/she will then most likely use some sort of oil, and make the room clean and comfortable with dim atmosphere, candles and scents. If you are ticklish, be sure to let them know, as you don't want to spend the whole foot massage laughing. There are certain feathery touches that they will avoid. You will be seated with your feet up, or on a massage table.

As with all forms of massage, there are a variety of foot massage techniques. Thai Foot Massage or reflexology is one form. Reflexology originates from an ancient Chinese system and is based on the notion that there are nerve endings in the soles of the feet that correspond to all of the organs of the body such as the liver, kidney or spleen. The gentle and repeated massage of these pressure points stimulates and detoxifies the internal organs and improves circulation to the problem area.

Reflexology is one of the many varieties of foot massage. This is from the ancient Chinese world, and is based on knowing that there nerve endings in the soles of the feet. Each internal organ has an ending in the foot. To apply pressure on a specific nerve ending will result in the stimulation and/or detoxification of the related internal organ.

Foot massage begins with a footbath and is done with the fingers, hands and a sometimes a small wooden dowel dipped in lotion. A benefit experienced by everyone who experiences a foot massage is relaxation. It is a major stress-relieving technique. Numerous medical studies show that decreased stress levels improve the overall health of the body and mind. A scientific study was performed on heart surgery patients and it showed that there was a significant decrease in levels of stress after a foot massage. Reducing stress levels can help the body in many ways, mentally and physically as well. While a professional massage therapist is the best way to receive one, it is not always easy to get a foot massage on a regular basis. An alternative way to receive foot massage benefits is to purchase scientifically designed foot massage units for home use.

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HAIRART Rubber Foot (Model: 1170) $21.95 Rubber foot.

aMENity Foot Spray 6.5oz $32 Keeping your shoes and feet smelling, perhaps not like roses, but at least acceptable, is very easy to do. The key is to treat both the feet and the shoes.aMENity's Foot Spray provides an immediate cooling and refreshing burst for active feet, and continues to soothe and purify for hours. Glycerin and other humectants soothe and heal by keeping feet moist (Glycerin at high levels is by far the most moisturizing ingredient on the market today). Humectants prevent dry, cracking heels which will be a welcomed benefit to any significant other who has suffered through scratchy nights in bed. Hard skin is dead skin, and can become waterlogged when damp, providing an ideal environment for bacteria. If you have chronic dry skin on your heels like most men, willow bark extract exfoliates this skin.

Elemis Treat Your Feet Foot Cream 2.53oz $30 This luxurious foot cream is rich inconditioning shea butter and jojoba oil, this intensely moisturizing foot butter melts beautifully into the skin. Skin is smoothed and hydrated.Infused with a blend of aromatic patchouli, eucalyptus and lemon oils to help soothe and comfort.

KAYLINE Portable Pedicure Foot Rest (Model:501) $64.95 Thick, comfortable client foot rest adjust 15" to 21".

GENA Pedi Septic Foot Spray 8oz/236ml $8.5 A highly effective foot spray to help prevent bacterial contamination. PediSeptic helps prevent foot odor, as it cools and refreshes hot, tired feet.

Caudalie Foot Beauty Cream 2.5oz $20 Designed to relieve dryness, the Caudalie Foot Beauty Cream contains micro-beads that mattify the skin for an oil-free finish with a touch of powder. This cream penetrates skin well, without a greasy residue. Your skin will be supple and silky!Benefits:Shea butter helps to soften feet.Sweet orange pulp, spearmint and bitter orange peel provide an energizing scent.Paraben, colorant, mineral oil and phthalate free.

Philosophy Amazing Grace Foot Cream 4oz $22 amazing grace foot cream was created to give you the softest, smoothest, absolute best smelling feet.this antioxidant-rich exfoliating foot treatment is super-charged with salicylic and glycolic acids to help reduce rough soles and dry skin.extra-rich emollient cream is formulated with shea butter to moisturize, repair, nourish and protect the skin.heaven knows you need this one if you've been traveling a rough road.you need this product if:you want the world’s best smelling feet.you want an overnight peel for your feet.you need a foot makeover.it’s sandal season and your feet must look their best.

Archipelago Botanicals Milk Foot Balm 6oz $22 Perfect for dried and cracked heels, this cooling and protective foot balm combines dried milk solids, natural soy and oat proteins. Your feet will be moisturized, soothed and protected.

AHAVA Dermud Intensive Foot Cream 3.4oz $26.5 Winter, summer, spring or fall, this soothing foot cream acts deeply to alleviate the itchiness, redness and scaling of dry feet. Dermud's special blend of Dead Sea mud, minerals and plant derivatives moisturizes as it soothes and repairs, restoring youthful vitality to your feet. This foot cream is approved for sensitive skin, hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested.Benefits:Treats, heals, soothes and protects the roughest, driest skinNourishes and repairs even cracked and split skinAlleviates itchiness, redness and scalingContains Jojoba and Coconut Oil to help increase moisture levelsParaben free

TITANIA Double Foot File (Model: PS3032) $4.95 Double-sided foot file. One side coarse, one side fine, for gentle pedicures.

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