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Beyond massage-related features, the sleeves are removable and washable, so the massager remains a clean and enjoyable experience for your entire household, while a non-slip bottom prevents it from sliding or skidding across the floor as you try to relax.

While the massage factor was lower (you have to manually massage your own feet using the nodes on the bottom of the spa), in testing, we noticed that this product does have some nice perks: you can turn it on and off with your toe, and buff away calluses and rough skin with the removable pumice stone. It relieves foot pain and restores blood circulation by sending electric pulses that dilate blood vessels and reduce inflammation throughout your body. Between soothing bubbles, motorized rollers, vibration, and a foot scrubber, we loved how the Costway Foot Massage Bath Massager was both a massager and a home pedicure spa all in one. While you won’t get a full massage experience with a foot spa-type massager, the built-in rollers and balls felt great on our feet, and we liked being able to adjust the pressure settings to our preference. Compression has long been used as a key treatment for everything from sports-related inflammation to total-body swelling from activities like extended standing or air travel. Sometimes, that simply looks like wrapping the limb in an ace bandage.

The best foot massagers to buy in 2023

If your primary reason for wanting a foot massager is just for some pleasant self-pampering, an electric massager is probably ideal since it does all the work for you. Most of the mechanized devices you'll come across offer a Shiatsu-style massage, meaning it uses nodes to simulate the feeling of human hands pressing and kneading that you'd experience in the traditional Japanese practice of Shiatsu, which translates to "finger pressure." This simple wooden device is a great tool for working out tight, painful spots due to conditions such as plantar fasciitis, or overworked muscles, tendons, or tissue. We tested 12 foot massagers in our Lab to determine the best ones for regular, therapeutic use at home. We also spoke to two experts in podiatry and orthopedics to discuss what to look for in foot massagers. Our testers set up each device and tried them out according to the manufacturer's instructions. The testers all used each foot massager for 20 minutes so they could get a good feel for how an individual massager worked and compare its function to the other massagers being tested. We then evaluated them across five insights: If this is you, Loncar advises erring on the side of caution by skipping anything percussive or kneading, including targeted massage guns and Shiatsu-style machines. Dr. Jung adds that neuropathic patients must also be careful with cold or heat because their protective sensations are weakened, so they could get thermal injuries or burns. As a recreational athlete, I've found the Hypervolt has paid for itself in soreness relief, everywhere from my feet after long training days to my glutes and quads. Lee recommends using massage guns like the Hypervolt before an intense activity to loosen and warm up muscles, which can help you feel less sore, as well as after to minimize stiffness.

If your foot pain is accompanied by severe swelling, you might want to hold off on anything with strong pressure or kneading. Those with edema or an acute injury may not benefit from deep and forceful massage; instead, it might just cause discomfort in sensitive areas. In general, Dr. Weiser says that both vibration and kneading massage are helpful for most users. If you have plantar fasciitis, though, you might find that a product with rolling massage, which can really work along the band of tissue under your sole, is the best option. Dr. Weiser also suggests looking for a massager that can accommodate your foot and your calf, if possible, to maximize your therapeutic options.

Relax and refresh tired feet with our pick of the best foot massagers to use at home

Many people report the RENPHO feels more like a human touch and less mechanical than comparable products. Because it envelops your entire foot, it also offers more attention to heels and ankles — important for tight tendons. Beret Loncar, a NYC-based massage therapist whose practice specializes in massage for medical problems, says a device like the FIT KING can minimize muscle contraction and potentially help move lymphatic fluid through the body, thereby reducing swelling by rhythmically applying small amounts of pressure. This kind of gentle pressure has been demonstrated to help with pain and swelling symptoms caused by fibromyalgia. It's quiet for a massage gun, and has a ridiculously long battery life — Lee says she can go months without charging hers. It comes with five head attachments and, in my extensive testing of the device, the bullet and fork are ideal for a bottom-of-the-foot massage. My partner is a chef and therefore on his feet all day and night, and he regularly uses our Hypervolt to soothe his sore feet. The wooden Theraflow Dual Foot Massager is great for rolling out sore feet while you work or watch TV. People spend several hours each day sitting down, whether at their desk studying or at their workplace working, and prolonged sitting down can cause the legs to tighten. Leg pain can also cause bloating in your legs, which makes them appear larger. Many people swear by leg massagers when they want to reduce discomfort in their legs or reduce the appearance of swelling.

Pros: Powerful, long battery life, versatile use, comes with five head attachments. TSA-approved for travel That said, there are plenty of foot massagers on the market that can relieve the symptoms of many common ailments like plantar fasciitis, foot fatigue, neuropathy, and arthritis. It’s just important to consider what type of relief you need and whether a specific massager can safely provide it for you. If your feet feel very sensitive to a little vibration then you may want to consider this foot massager as it’s much gentler than the other types of massagers. Even if you're not experiencing specific foot problems, Dr. Walding says massage can be good for "general body hygiene" to counteract the effects of everyday walking.Everyone deserves to give their feet the spa treatment, no matter if you work a job that keeps you standing all day, you're a runner or athlete whose feet take a regular beating, or you have plantar fasciitis or swelling issues. That being said, if your swelling is related to a medical condition, diagnosed or not, you should consult with a doctor before buying this or any other medical device. Compression isn't right for all swelling. If you've been given the green light, your best bet is to look for a massage device that's able to treat your specific issues, like plantar fasciitis, circulation problems, general aches, or swelling due to a job that keeps you on your feet all day. All of the things you’d expect in a foot massager can be found here, but this massager takes it up a few notches by tending to your ankles and calves as well. All you have to do to give your legs a massage is flip the standing bar on the machine down so that your calves can rest comfortably inside the sleeves.

This device has 20-speed settings, so there should be enough for you to find the right setting for your feet.While foot massagers can’t cure arthritis, they can act as a comfort device and alleviate some of your symptoms, says Dr. Feldman, who notes that many of them can decrease the inflammation associated with arthritis. With its noiseless operation and portability, you can easily take this device to work to stimulate circulation while you sit.