Desk Job Blues? Try These Quick Foot Massage Techniques

Long hours spent seated at a desk can strain your body, especially your feet, which typically show signs of poor circulation and tension. Twelve simple foot massage techniques you can quickly do during your workday to release tension, boost circulation, and revitalize your tired feet are examined in this thorough book. These easy but effective techniques help you keep productivity while looking after your physical well-being by requiring little time and being done right at your desk.

1. The Basic Thumb Press

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Although working long hours at your computer could cause great foot pain, the basic thumb press technique provides quick relief. First take off your shoes and settle comfortably in your chair. To create an easily accessible posture for massage, place one foot across the opposing thigh. Starting from the ball of your foot and working your way toward the heel, use your thumb to provide firm yet light pressure in circular motions. Focus especially on any places that are especially tight or painful. This approach releases tension in the large band of tissue running around the bottom of your foot—the plantar fascia. Spend around thirty seconds on every part of your foot, keeping constant pressure across. This approach works especially well for increasing blood flow and lowering muscle tension that results from extended sitting.