Being a massage therapist, I know the power of touch. For the majority of my clients their favorite section of the massage is the feet. There are a few though that really cannot stand to have their feet even lightly touched. If you are like those very few clients, you may not want to read this post as it will teach you how to enjoy your very own foot massage. The detailed way that this is written is better than what I learned in massage school. The only thing that I would add to these steps is to put on some relaxing music before you start and also to remember to breathe deep to help internalize the relaxation response.

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Even if you’re not suffering from a serious disease, massage can help you relax, de-stress and improve your physical and mental well-being. But what if you don’t have your own personal masseuse hanging around to rub your shoulders at a moment’s notice? Get ready to learn how to be your own massage therapist with these tips:

How to Give Yourself a Foot Massage
First, you will need a warm water bath to soak your feet in, dry towels and scented lotion or massage oils. Second, remember to use a firm touch when massaging your feet, but not to press too hard. If you are pushing so hard that it hurts, lighten up on your touch. If it tickles (feet can be very sensitive) press harder, but again, not so hard that it hurts.

Also, any time your hands feel overworked, take a moment to just shake the tension loose, and then continue with your massage. Now that you’ve got down the basics, you’re ready for a great foot massage.

- Soak feet in a warm soapy bath for a few minutes and then dry completely to clean and soften the skin. If a bath is not accessible where you are, you can skip this step.

- Sit in a comfortable chair and prop your left foot up on your right knee in a position that’s comfortable for you.

- Put some lotion or massage oil in your hands, or dab it on your feet, and rub the lotion or oil all over your foot using firm finger strokes.

Once you’ve successfully rubbed the lotion or oil into your foot, the real massage will begin…