You may have has an exquisite back massage at some point during your life; however, until you have experienced a superior a foot massage then you simply do not know what you are missing. Your feet carry you everywhere you want to go. The stress and strain that is applied to your feet on a daily basis is unbelievable. Your feet deserve the extra pampering you can provide, so the next time that you decide a back massage is just the thing you need, think about getting a foot massage instead.

With the feet, it is easy to get a massage. You can either give your self a soothing foot massage or you can ask your friend or lover to do it for you. A foot massage can also be turned into a sensual event if it is something you are enjoying with your partner. Begin by thoroughly cleaning your feet. A warm soak in Epsom salts, peppermint oil or lavender is the perfect way to get started.

Then dry your feet thoroughly making sure to spend the extra time to dry between each toe. As soon as your feet are dry select a scented foot oil to apply to your feet. Support the foot you are working on with one hand, pour a small amount of oil into your other hand and gently begin to massage the oil into your foot. Of course, this is a lot more fun if your partner will provide this foot treat for you.

Using your thumbs, begin on the top of the foot at the toes and use slow, firm, and stroking motions to move upwards towards the ankle. This movement is a little bit like using your thumbs to knead bread. Remember to vary the pressure that you use as it provides a more enjoyable experience and helps to get the blood flow circulating.

Once you reach the ankles, then retrace your steps back to your toes. Again, using very slow, stroking motions you as are working to provide the delectable foot massage. Pressure applied to the toes should be less than that which is applied to the ankle. Use this same slow action from the toes to the ankle and back again making several passes.

Next, with your hand in a cupped position, gently sit the heel of your foot in your hand. With your free hand holding the top of your foot gently rotate your foot slowly from side to side, then begin to rotate your float clockwise and counterclockwise using slow and deliberate movements.

Repeat these motions several times in order to relax your feet and ankle joints. Remember to use slow and gentle movements so that you do not put additional strain on your joints. It would be awful to end up injuring yourself while trying to enjoy the something as simple as a foot massage.

When you finish rotating the foot be sure to pamper the soles of your feet. The soles of your feet take a real pounding and so the extra attention you can provide will reap big rewards. Beginning at the base of the toes and working towards the heel of the foot use a kneading and stroking motion to provide relief for the soles of the feet.

Taking the time to enjoy a gentle foot massage or to exchange one with your partner is a thing of beauty. It can provide a great deal of stress reduction, it can improve circulation and blood flow to your feet and it can help you to genuinely relax after a long day at work. Your feet have a tough job and after all they deserve a bit of pampering too. A foot massage is something that you really should not live another day without experiencing. Enjoy!