Our feet, which bear the weight of the whole body, allow locomotion
and do a lot of work. Still, they are the least pampered part of the
body. To pamper your feet and keep them strong and flexible, a daily
foot massage for a few minutes is good option.
A regular foot massage along with reflexology helps in promoting physiological as well as physical health.
Reflexology is an ancient healing practice based on the principle
that there are reflex points on the feet that correspond to the body’s
different organs and glands. Remember that human foot is an evolutionary
marvel, capable of handling hundreds of tons of force and your weight
in motion. It has 42 muscles, 26 bones, 33 joints, 250,000 sweat glands
and at least 50 ligaments and tendons—plus almost 15,000 nerve endings!
In reflexology pressure is applied to these reflexes on the feet,
which promotes good health. Here are some health benefits of foot
massage and reflexology:
- Improves blood circulation:
Due to a sedentary lifestyle, many people don’t use their feet muscles
properly, thus impeding good blood flow. Also, tight, pointed
shoes–especially high heels–hinder circulation. Ten minutes of foot
massage daily helps in transporting oxygen to the body’s cells, which is
essential for overall health. - Helps in relaxation:
After a tiring and stressful day, a foot massage is a soothing and
relaxing way to relax, particularly after a long day of standing and
walking around, as the feet tend to swell up. Massage and reflexology of
5 to 10 minutes before going to bed can improve feelings of general
well-being. - Promotes better sleep:
The best time to do foot massage is before going to bed. A soothing and
relaxing foot massage improves the blood circulation. This helps in
getting a peaceful sleep. - Relieves body pains:
This is the best part of reflexology. If done carefully, it treats pains
and aches such as headaches, migraines, neck pain, lower and upper
backaches. - Improves mood and fights depression:
Foot massage and reflexology helps in fighting depression. Certain
points on the feet are helpful in alleviating depression symptoms.
Massaging these points or applying pressure to them for a few minutes 2
or 3 times a day can help relieve symptoms of depression. - Makes feet healthier:
One easy way to help keep your feet healthy and free from foot problems
is a regular foot massage. It helps stimulate the muscles around your
feet, lessens stiffness and even reduces pain in the ankles or the
heels. Plus, a short 5-minute foot massage daily will make your ankles
strong and flexible, thus preventing unpleasant ankle and foot injuries. - Alleviates swelling (edema)
Regular foot massage during pregnancy can help reduce the effects of
edema, which is swelling in the feet and ankles due to fluid retention.
This is very common during pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. - ExtraTip: It has been found that massaging
your feet with warm olive oil or coconut oil can give much relief from
the pain and inflammation caused by foot tendonitis
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