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Whether you're running around after your children or have a hectic day at work, without realising it you can put a lot of stress on your feet, leaving them tired, achy, or even in pain. Going for a professional massage, although a great experience, can become expensive. This is why foot massagers may instead be ideal because it's like having a personal masseuse but in the comfort of your own home!
It can be a little overwhelming when trying to look for the perfect foot massager, what with there being so many different types to choose from. We have compiled the 10 best massagers in the UK just for you, from manual rollers, foot spas, and even electric massagers with all the fancy features. We have included brands like Snailax, HoMedics, RENPHO, and more, all easily available from both Amazon and Argos.
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If you're looking for a simple, yet effective massage, a lightweight, manual roller could be just what you're looking for. A great feature of this type of massager is that you are the one in control. You can apply as much or as little pressure as you need, creating the perfect massage for your needs.
They may only be small but they are perfectly contoured to your foot and have been said to help improve aches, pains, and even circulation. The little spikes you can feel on the roller also target pressure points in the foot, giving an acupuncture-like effect. They're also perfect for your on-the-go foot massaging needs.
While your new foot massager is working on your feet, check out our back massagers for chairs for an all-rounded experience!
Originating in Japan, the traditional shiatsu massage, translated as 'finger pressure', targets specific pressure points on the body using the fingers. The technique involves kneading, pressing, and stretching to help the flow of Qi or "energy" in the body, which can aid with a number of ailments such as reducing stress and anxiety, muscle tension, digestive issues, and fatigue.
It's a great feature to have on your electric massager as it can target specific areas in the feet to help alleviate tension, aches, and pains. Obviously, instead of using fingers, machines use little nodes that rotate and knead into your foot, mimicking the movements of a traditional shiatsu massage. This makes the electric massager the perfect choice for that thorough at-home, massaging experience.
Although having the feature of a shiatsu massage is a key selling point for electronic devices, another function to be aware of is air compression, which is aimed at helping improve circulation with long-term use. This is something that could work well with the shiatsu massage to help improve overall foot and body health.
Not only does heat soothe and relax tense muscles, it keeps your tootsies nice and warm and could also be another way to help promote the circulation in your body and feet. The reason why heat is an excellent way to try and improve circulation is that it helps the blood vessels in your feet expand, increasing blood flow and relaxing tight and sore muscles.
If you're stood on your feet all day, this is a great way to help ease throbbing feet and also lets you take 10 minutes out of your day to just chill and relax, whilst getting a fabulously warm and cosy foot massage.
We also have a top 10 suggestion for different kinds of back massagers here!
Want an excuse to give yourself a good pamper? Well, do not worry because the foot spa could be an ideal option just for you. Not only do these machines have both the added benefits of a rolling and heat massage, but they also have an extra bonus of giving your feet a good ol' soak!
Some have the added option of popping in your fave bath salts or aromatherapy oils, as well as bubbles (and who doesn't like bubbles?), vibration, and even water jets! Also, oxygen bubbles can be great for knocking pressure points on the bottom of your foot, providing relief for your overworked feet.
For an even more targeted experience, it's worth considering whether the foot massager allows for different program settings so that you can always achieve optimum intensity and motion that is comfortable yet effective. This will come in handy on days where you have severe muscle aches or other foot affections where a low intensity is sufficient, or days when you feel like having a little bit more oomph.
Once your massager gets to working and your body enters a deep relaxation mode, you may find yourself dosing off. To save the machine from overuse in these instances, having an auto shut-off timer can not only help to extend the life of your machine, it can help in preventing energy wastage too.
Majority of foot massages have a control pad mounted to the machine which means you will have to lean forward to make adjustments. This can be a major interruption to your relaxation routine, as you'd likely have to pause and reach down. If you are someone who prefers not to be disturbed, make sure to check if the machine comes with a remote control so you can control everything without moving too much.
When purchasing a massager, something to take into consideration is whether or not you need your device to be portable. Electric massagers are great and can give you that deluxe and deep massage, however, some are quite big and bulky and they may require you to plug them in. This limits where you can use them, as you can only go as far as the cable will let you.
However, some electric ones in our top 10 are battery-powered, making them portable and great to manoeuvre to different parts of the body. Or if you want something small enough to pop in your bag, a manual roller would be the perfect choice for you, as you can take it anywhere.
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The RENPHO foot massager is not only ergonomically designed, it's simple and easy to use and has all the high-tech features that give your feet a professional at home massage. From aches and pains, to helping circulation, this machine has it all and for this reason, it's our number 1!
Adjust the settings for a personal feel as it features 3 kneading intensities and 3 air pressure levels that can be adapted to your needs. It fits up to size 12 feet and comes with removeable, washable foot chamber cloths. Grab your wine (or any drink for that matter), sit back in your favourite chair and let the machine do all the work.
Sit back and relax with the HoMedics shiatsu massager. With an amazing 18 massage heads and 6 massaging nodes, your feet will be relaxed in no time! You can also turn on the heat option or shiatsu feature for an extra soothing feel.
Turn on this little machine at the touch of a button with its hands free, toe touch control. It has several different programmes that you can choose, from a light vibrating massage to a deep tissue. You also don't have to worry about leaving it on as the heat function turns off after 20 mins. Though, this one is not suitable for diabetics.
Treat your feet with this 5-in-1 spa massager! It boasts bubbles, jets, vibration, heat, rollers, you name it! It comes with all the bells and whistles needed to indulge your feet after a busy day, targetting key pressure points in your foot for an extra thorough massage.
Indulge further into the spa experience with the added aromatherapy diffuser and its thermally insulated walls to keep the water nice and warm, helping soothe those tired muscles and ligaments.
Big feet or little feet, don't worry, we have you covered! This Snailax massager has a flexible fit, which means it can massage feet of any size. You can also use a toe of your choice to change the settings whilst you sit back and relax.
The therapeautic heat feature has two different levels and tries to help ease overworked feet but also improve blood flow, general fatigue and even better sleep. It's portable design also means that you can use it on different parts of your body.
Relaxing bubble vibrations, massage rollers, and temperature controlled water - this foot spa has everything that can help to soothe the achiest of feet. Its ergonomic design stops water from splashing everywhere and it has rubber feet to stop it sliding along your floor.
Its 4-in-1 functions (bubbles, vibration, infrared and heat) can work independently or all at the same time, great for when your feet are feeling especially tired. The foot spa also has a little box inside it where you can place any bath salts or herbs of your choice, for that extra spa-like feel.
These hedgehog looking rollers mimic traditional reflexology massages and allow you to control the type of massage you want, by adding as little or much pressure as you desire. It's big enough to massage both feet at once, while still being compact enough to be portable.
The rounded spikes target specific pressure points in your feet, helping relieve all types of foot aches and pains and intends to aid circulation throughout your body. While you have full control of the massage intensity, it can take a bit of work as you need to exert energy to achieve your desired pressure.
This little roller is perfect for a simple, yet effective foot massage. It's ergonomically contoured which allows it to fit snug to your foot and the little nubs create an actupunture effect, giving you a deep-tissue massage for any aches and pains.
A great feature of such a small roller is its portability. Its small size allows you to pop it in your bag, carry-on luggage or in a gym bag. It's also made from non-toxic plastic, making it skin friendly. Nevertheless, without any non-slip features, it may be tricky to use on smooth, hardwood flooring.
Offering heat and massage settings of various intensity, this machine can give you anything from a simple relaxing massage to a deep kneading shiatsu, from the comfort of your own home. Using a unique gel massage technology, the pressure received is soft yet firm, giving you the feeling of a real massage.
While the deep kneading shiatsu massage function gets to work on your tense muscles, air compression can help to relieve tired feet. At the same time, the heating function is available for added comfort. Nevertheless, we should point out that some users complain about the humming noise when the machine is at higher intensities, which can be distracting if you are trying to watch TV at the same time.
With a removeable cover and changeable clockwise and anti-clockwise shiatsu nodes, this massager offers not only relief from aching and painful feet, but it can also be used on your legs, back and stomach, making it a fabulous multi-functional device.
The simplistic remote control makes it easy to use, but compared to the other electric devices in our top 10, it does only offer a rolling massage, with or without heat. However, it is lightweight and portable, something the bigger devices are not. According to some users, the lack of a remote control for this massager can be quite inconvenient.
Not only does this little roller aid to improve pain caused by plantar fasciitis, it also claims that it is especially helpful for people with diabetes, as it aims to help blood circulation in the feet, targeting numbness and burning.
It includes full instructions and a reflexology chart, and is suitable to be used by anyone. As handy as this portable massager is however, the price is definitely on the more expensive side, compared to the other manual rollers in our top 10.
If you have tired, painful, or aching feet, but don't want to spend lots of money on a masseuse, a foot massager may be the perfect option for you; releasing built-up tension and relaxing weary feet.
Surprisingly, it doesn't stop there! Depending on the features available, a foot massager might also help improve stress and anxiety. Something as simple as taking ten minutes out of your day to relax with your massager could have great calming effects. They have also been said to help stimulate muscles and improve blood circulation too.
Some rollers and machines also target people who suffer from chronic conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, and even people who suffer from diabetes may find a foot massager useful in alleviating numbness and pain.
Foot massagers are generally safe when used correctly. They’re helpful in relieving everyday tension as well as symptoms of arthritis and fibromyalgia. However, you should be cautious and speak with your doctor if you have any injuries in that area, as the kneading and compression can further aggravate or cause more damage.
Foot massagers can be good for diabetic neuropathy as they can help to increase blood flow as well as improve mobility and balance. However, there is research that has shown hypoglycemia could be induced in insulin-using individuals, so it is important to discuss this with your doctor if you are concerned or unsure.
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