The occasional foot massage is good for you
Do you need a foot massage? Footwear compresses and agitates soft tissue in the feet which can lead to painful medical problems. Some of these include bunions, corns and blisters. If left untreated these conditions can become chronic to the point where they have drastic effects on your health and day to day life.
At Phillip Island Massage Therapy we offer the option of a specialist foot massage. If you inform your remedial massage therapist during your first appointment of your conditions then we can cater a massage to suit your needs. Our myotherapist has received specialist training to treat a wide-range of musculoskeletal conditions. Wherever you are experience muscle and joint pain, we can target these areas with a range of therapies in order to give you relief.
The importance of having good circulation
One of the primary causes of many foot ailments can be prevented by massaging your feet. You can have a professional massage them for you. Alternatively you can massage your feet yourself during or at the end of your day.
Circulation plays an important role in providing a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients to your body’s cells. Feet are some of the most neglected body parts because not everyone can easily reach their feet. We also usually cover and constrict our feet in uncomfortable footwear for long periods of time. It can also be considered socially impolite to remove your shoes in certain places even if your feet are in dire need of attention. Because of this, people usually have problems with their feet throughout their lives. Sometimes these problems might be something as small as minor tinea, or as large as bunions. It seems that feet are prone to suffering.
By massaging your feet regularly you can improve circulation and help to rejuvenate starved and damaged cells. The younger you start doing this the better. Many chronic foot conditions can be prevented by taking good care of your feet before they get really bad. The older you get the worse your circulation gets so it is important to make good habits now.
What actions should I take to improve the health of my feet?
Numerous studies have shown that is very good for you to free your feet occasionally. The places you choose to do this come down to common sense. You wouldn’t want to walk down Swanston street at night in bare feet, but around the house, on the lawn and in the dirt can be great. Even those sharp little rocks in your driveway bring health benefits. It might hurt a little bit but traversing rough surfaces from time to time helps to induce blood into the soles of your feet which naturally have poor circulation.
If you don’t have the time, or these recommendations are not enough. Then you should definitely come visit us at Phillip Island Massage Therapy for a proper foot massage. Your feet will thank you. Afterwards you can even go for a bare foot walk on Cape Woolamai Beach, it is only 150 meters from our front door! Although make sure you wash your feet with fresh water afterwards, because frequent exposure to saline water can dry out the skin and cause cracks in the heel.
See you soon!