Q&A for How to Give a Foot Massage

You can use any cream that is thick, soft, and moisturizing. These creams will be the most soothing and relaxing for the person receiving the massage.

Get to a position where you can use leverage and your body weight to help.

Try a lotion or a nicely scented foot cream. This is a little thicker and can be used to make the feet feel soft and moisturized. Oil is hard to remove by washing, and tends to stick around on the person's feet for awhile. Just consider your client and what you prefer to use.

You can always ask the customer if the pressure you're applying is good. If your customer feels uncomfortable, they'll likely let you know.

It is not necessary or expected of you to do so. But if you feel it will make the experience more enjoyable, then by all means do so.

Hold the heel in between your fists and use your thumbs to press the heel area firmly. You may use a circular motion or patterned movements. The technique of 'press and release' works best at the heels, as this area gathers a lot of tension and has hard skin.

Have patience, they will laugh at first, but they will eventually become accustomed to it. It also helps if the person closes their eyes. Also, make sure that you are not using your nail because that causes an extreme tickling sensation.

Go to a professional spa and see the techniques used. You can even have a massage yourself to understand what techniques are being used and how they feel. Lastly, you can also ask your clients what they don't like about your massages.

Have him lay on his stomach, and with the palm of you hands, start at the top near the shoulder blades and work your way down to his feet. Follow the tips here to give a great massage!

Get to a position where you can use leverage and your body weight to help.

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If the weather is cold, coconut oil and olive oil are best; if the weather is hot, then mustard oil may be used.

No, I wouldn't do this. The relationship between a student and a teacher should be strictly professional, and giving someone a foot massage is an intimate thing to do. This would likely make your teacher feel very uncomfortable.

It depends on who it is. Some people like the feel of marbles against their feet, while other people do not.

Sure! Your mom probably works really hard, I'm sure she'd appreciate a foot massage.

First, ask the person if they would like a firm or gentle massage. Then, start out with a fairly gentle amount of pressure and slowly start rubbing a little harder. Ask them frequently if they are okay with the pressure, and let them know it's okay to speak up if something doesn't feel good.

Begin in the middle of the palm, and work your way towards the sides, and then up towards the wrist. Stretch the fingers. Hold the person's hand palm down, and then interlace your fingers with theirs to stretch the fingers apart. Grasp the whole hand in yours, and gently push back to stretch the wrist a bit.

Yes, they will to some people, but everyone is different.

If she gives you consent to rub her feet, then yes, you may give her a foot massage.

Yes, this is appropriate. A foot message may be applied to females only from toe to knee. Their skin being delicate and male hand being a little rough and hard, so always keep your hands lubricated with oil before starting message. It will keep hands soft. Always use light pressure. Ask before increasing hand pressure.

Use your bare hands. It would feel better to the the person you’re massaging and is a lot easier for you to do the massaging.

Ask them questions. Don't get right to the massage. You need to talk to the person first. Make sure the person is comfortable. Have the person sit down in a comfy chair or even lie down. Promise them it won't tickle, if that's their concern.

Lemon, lime, orange fruits are nice and refreshing choices of fruit for adding to the water. You can also add essential oils to the water, just be sure to check the contraindications to ensure they're safe for you.

It might be best to let a professional do it, after consulting a doctor or physician. If you'd like to learn how to do neck or back massages, check out Give a Back Massage and Give a Neck Massage .

It would be good to avoid contamination, although it might be best to avoid it in general, as it can cause pain if not done correctly.

Go to the hollow area below the person's ankle. Using your thumb or forefinger, gently squeeze this area for a few seconds. After that, use the thumbs to make circular motions around the person's ankles. Apply an even pressure to help it release.

A good foot massage will last from 30 to 60 minutes.

It all depends on what you think. If it feels any sort of uncomfortable to you, then don’t do it. On the other hand, you can ask an adult for their advice or permission.