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3. Pain Management and Physical Recovery
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Healthcare experts are realising more and more the part foot mass plays in physical rehabilitation and pain treatment. From localised foot discomfort to systemic diseases affecting the whole body, regular foot massages can efficiently treat several forms of pain. Reflexology's ideas let particular foot points match other body sections, thereby enabling focused massage to perhaps reduce pain in related locations. Studies on disorders including plantar fasciitis, arthritis, and chronic back pain have found that foot massages can greatly ease symptoms. < Regular foot massages especially help athletes and fitness buffs with their recuperation program. By means of foot muscle and connective tissue manipulation, adhesions are broken down, muscle tension is lowered, and faster recovery following vigorous physical exercise is encouraged. Research shows that post-exercise foot massages increase range of motion and help to lower delayed onset muscular soreness (DOMS). Moreover, by keeping flexibility in the feet and ankles, strengthening natural foot muscles, and enhancing general foot mechanics, frequent foot massages can help prevent common foot conditions. Those who spend lot of time standing or wearing tight shoes will especially benefit from this preventive feature.
