Self-Foot Massage

Massage VI
Everyone knows that our feet can feel a bit stressed or even sore after a long day. A foot massage would be just the thing. And if no one is around to give us the massage, DIY is also a good method.

The feet have many bones and muscles, which can become very tense with heavy use.

But a foot massage can do more than just relax the foot muscles after a long day. Foot reflexology is a form of acupressure in which energy flow is influenced by applying pressure to specific acupuncture points on the feet. The feet are also considered the map of the body. Reflexology zones are located here, which correspond to all other areas of the body via energetic pathways. Pressure on these zones is said to influence the corresponding internal organs, such as the heart, lungs, liver, gallbladder, or lymphatic vessels, and regulate organ function.

Before you begin the massage, we recommend a foot bath in not too hot water. Bath salts can also be added. Then, gently rub your feet with a cloth towel and then massage the top of your foot and toes with your thumb tips. The knuckles are more suitable for working the soles of your feet.

Start on the top of your foot, gently stroking from the ankle to the tips of your toes. Then stroke between the tendons toward the tips of your toes.

Next, massage the sole of your foot. Stroking from the toes to the balls of your feet creates a stimulating effect, while massaging from your feet to the tips of your toes brings relaxation. Circular movements on the heel, middle of your foot, and balls of your feet complete the massage. Apply greater pressure to the heel, and be gentler on the balls of your feet and the middle of your foot. Massage the toes gently and with less pressure.


Pressure-sensitive areas should be massaged very gently at first, using less pressure.

Finally, gently massage the foot toward the tips of your feet. You are also welcome to use massage oil. Enjoy!