Foot Massage Chino Hills

DIFFERENT STYLES: Not everyone will enjoy the same type of body massage, this also holds true with a foot massage as well. There are some simple massages that are performed on bare feet, where the massage therapist will massage the tendons and muscles of the feet. In this process, an expert has typically been trained to observe the facial reactions of their clients in order to know which techniques are working best, as well as asking for client,s feedback for best results. Oftentimes, scented lotions and oils will be used, but with many people experiencing sensitivity to various smells, the client will usually be asked about the use of scented products or aromatherapy prior to the beginning of the massage.

 

Some techniques are more than 5000 years old, such as the Chinese foot massage based on reflexology. In this practice, the expert's hands and fingers press down on specific trigger points in the feet that the control inner organs. Thai foot massage is similar to Chinese in that it uses reflexology, but the pressure points are manipulated with a stick and lotion or cream, instead of fingers and hands.

Because the Chinese had not recorded this specialty of theirs, the knowledge came close to being lost for good. However, when Western countries started becoming more connected with Chinese methods and up to approximately 1912, they started to acquire this knowledge, then in 1913 there came an American doctor who started to write about it. The result of this was that other American doctors started to follow in this path and in 1938 there was a physical therapist by the name of Eunice Ingham who further refined the process and recorded its details, forming the framework of this field that is in use today.

BENEFITS: There are many benefits, including cleansing and improved circulation. As the blood circulates through the body, it helps to distribute nutrients and oxygen. Because stress results in a slow down of the blood flow, nutrients and oxygen are also slowed and the blood pressure goes up. A foot massage has the effect of restoring the flow of the lymphatic system, the blood and even lowering blood pressure. This results in improved health in one's mind and body.

CONSIDERATIONS: Since pressure points on the feet affect one's organs, it is important to go to a licensed massage therapist. This assures the patient that the massage will be managed correctly. One can be given every day, but total time for both feet in one day should not be more than 45 minutes.

Women currently menstruating, as well as anyone else who is bleeding, should not get a foot massage based on reflexology because it will affect their blood flow. Also, pregnant women need to be sure that their massage therapist has been made aware of their condition so that any stimulation of the reproductive organs can be avoided, as this may cause the woman to begin contracting. As with any massage, it is very important that the recipient drink plenty of water following their massage in order to wash away and eliminate the toxins released as a result of the massage.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: There is another option that some people like to use and that is a foot massage unit that has been scientifically designed for home use. These products are available in a wide range of different prices and are often effective in helping people find relief. The different types of equipment offer different things, for example, some vibrate, some pulse and some even have heated water that bubbles. There are even slippers that vibrate; some come with a heating mechanism that can be an effective treatment for some people. Regardless of the type of foot massage, it can be very therapeutic; it has the ability to eliminate toxins, lower blood pressure and restore a feeling of calm.