A foot rub after a long day out and about feels like heaven. It unwinds the muscles, calms your fatigued tendons and relaxes the mind. But it’s not always that there will be someone around to do you the favour. That’s why we recommend getting a heel massager.
With a foot or heel massager, you can give your feet a treat whenever you want.
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Benefits of a heel massager
- It boosts blood circulation. As the massager presses on your feet, it stimulates more blood to flow through them. This has a lot of health benefits. It improves your feet health, reduces pain and helps manage symptoms of certain conditions such arthritis and foot neuropathy.
- It improves nerve function and healing. One of the common symptoms of arthritis is nerve inflammation. This is what causes pain and in some cases neuropathy (loss of feeling). Foot massage boosts nerve healing both directly and indirectly through increased blood flow.
- Improved flexibility and movement. If your feet feel a bit stiff either because of standing all day or a health condition like arthritis, try using a foot massager regularly. It improves muscle function while also helping your joints become more flexible. You’ll find it less strenuous to spend hours walking or on your feet.
- It reduces pain. A foot or heel massager is great for treating heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis.
- It’s great for stress relief. All that goodness you feel in your feet when massaging them produces ‘happy’ hormones in your brain. They help you relax and decompress from the stress of the day. It will even help you sleep better and deeper.
Heel massagers come in many styles and designs. There are electric ones, there are mechanical ones and there are those that combine different forms of massage therapy. Here are the best ones we found online in the UK.
1. Dual Wooden Foot Massager Roller
It looks simple but it’s incredibly effective. This wooden massager consists of two columns of rollers, one for each foot. So you can massage both your feet at the same time.
The roller is designed to align with your foot’s curvature. It fits perfectly under your heel, arch and toes. It feels so natural under your feet and is more comfortable than most rollers. The natural dutch wood construction is heavy duty so don’t worry about breaking or bending it.
The bottom of the massager has an anti-slip design. This allows you to move your feet without the massager slipping on the floor.
What we like about it:
- Sturdy design with anti-slip bottom.
- Helps relieve fatigue and increase blood flow.
- Doesn’t need batteries or a power connection.
2. HoMedics Shiatsu Sole Soothing Foot Massager
- THE HOME OF WELLBEING - HoMedics is known for its home massage products, and continues to be a leading innovator in massage technology. Relax your...
- AT HOME FOOT MASSAGE - Treat yourself to an at home pamper session every day with the HoMedics Shiatsu Foot Massager. Relax your feet after a long day...
- SOOTHING HEAT - Using the toe touch control, you can add soothing heat to your foot massage or go one step further and activate the shiatsu massage...
- TOE TOUCH CONTROL - Relax into your favourite chair and utilise the hands free, toe touch control. Whether you prefer light vibration or deep tissue...
- RECOMMENDED USE - If you have any concerns regarding your health, we at HoMedics would recommend consulting your doctor before using this appliance....
If you just want to sit down and have your feet massaged without doing anything, get this massager. It connects to a power outlet so you don’t have to move your feet as is the case with mechanical rollers.
The best part of this massager is all the ways it massages your feet. It has eight rotating nodes that provide shiatsu massage, a type of deep Japanese massage. The nodes are not stationary. They move up and down your feet to target every inch of your tired muscles from toes to heel.
In addition, there are 18 massage heads that provide further massage on various parts of your foot. With the combined function the massage heads and rotating nodes, the massager is able to work on every part of your foot.
That’s not all. There is also a heat function that you can turn on using your toes. The nodes warm up, providing additional heat therapy to your muscles and nerves. This is especially beneficial for treating chronic pain.
What we like about it:
- Very relaxing thanks to the combined massage functions.
- Easy to use. Just plug in and enjoy.
- Includes heat option.
3. JML Foot Massager
- Work, exercise, high heels, looking after the kids - they all take a toll on your feet. The Best Foot Forward Mini Foot Massager gives your soles the...
- Using ancient reflexology techniques, it stimulates pressure points which affect your whole body, releasing tension in your shoulders, back, legs and...
- 6 massaging rollers, Stimulates pressure points on foot soles to ease and calm exhausted aching feet, Press down for soothing vibrations to revive and...
- Relieves aches and tension across your whole body, Better circulation and increases blood flow to re-energise wornt out muscles, Compact and portable
- Non-slip feet, Each Requires 2 x AA 1.5v batteries (not included), Approximate size: 122mm (W) x 150mm (L) x 70mm (H)
This is a portable foot and heel massager that you can use at home or take with you when you travel. Because it does not need to be plugged in, you can use it anywhere.
It works using a set of 6 rollers. Each roller is positioned to align with specific pressure points in your feet. As you roll your foot over them, they stimulate and relax those areas. It can help you relax after a long day and reduce any aches in your feet muscles.
In addition to the rollers there is a battery-powered vibration function. To activate it, press down a bit harder on the rollers while still moving your feet up and down. You’ll sense the vibrations as they tickle your nerves and boost blood flow.
Each roller fits on just one foot. But the package includes a pair of them though many people say it’s hard to massage both feet at the same time since you need to press down and move your feet.
What we like about it:
- Easy to use.
- Includes relaxing vibrations.
- Portable.
4. Webat Dual Foot Massager Roller
Another simple and highly portable massage roller you should definitely get if your feet go through a lot during the day. It uses roller wheels that stimulate specific zones of the feet to reduce pain and improve general foot health and function.
The massager is dual so you can place both your feet on it and massage them simultaneously. If you have sensitive feet, wear socks or place a towel on the rollers.
What we like about it:
- Convenient dual foot massage.
- Highly portable. It light (270g) and doesn’t need a power connection.
5. Naipo Electric Heated Foot Massager
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This is a great alternative to the HoMedics Shiatsu Foot Massager I mentioned above. It also uses electricity and comes with a heat function to provide an all-round relaxing massage.
Like the HoMedics massager, it has 18 rotating massage nodes that target every inch of your foot. They stimulate improved blood flow and reduce pain. The toe-control heat function helps you relax even more and is really helpful for those with chronic pain.
What we like about it:
- Relaxing Shiatsu massage.
- Includes heat massage.
- Easy to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does a heel massager work?
Yes, a heel massager works. It is especially effective at reducing heel pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
If you spend hours a day standing or walking, a heel massager is also great. It relieves pain, soreness and muscle tightness from your feet.
2. Can I use a heel massager at the office?
Because most heel massagers are small, you can carry it to the office and set it under your desk. Massage your feet whenever you want.
3. How long should I use a heel massager?
One or two 20-30 minutes sessions per day are enough to produce positive results. You can schedule a massage in the morning before you leave and another in the evening as you relax.
