Barefoot Massage
Barefoot Massage is an all over term for when the feet are used as tools to offer professional massage techniques. Gravity enables the pressure to be 3x more than traditional hand massage techniques.
The feet cover a larger surface area and give you the most comfortable deep massage you can imagine. Each massage session is tailored to your needs, so the pressure can be as heavy as you want , or I can take it easy.
Benefits of Ashiatsu
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Deep Tissue Without Discomfort
If your clients are in need of deep tissue work, but don’t enjoy the discomfort that comes with pointy elbows and thumbs, then Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy® is the treatment for them! Gravity enables Ashiatsu therapists to deliver up to 3x deeper pressure than with traditional hands-on treatments. Utilizing the broad surface of your foot as your massage tool provides consistent pressure and contours nicely to the body. As a result clients will enjoy the same extra range of movement and decrease in chronic tension relief without having to endure painful strokes.
Frees Up Bundled Nerves
Movements along the para spinals and the lumbar region can relieve muscle spasms and open the intervertebral foramen (where spinal nerves pass through). It will give the nerves more space as well as increase circulation by bringing more freshly oxygenated blood to the area being treated.
Improves Posture and Decreases Pain
Movements along the para spinals and the lumbar region can relieve muscle spasms and open the intervertebral foramen (where spinal nerves pass through). It will give the nerves more space as well as increase circulation by bringing more freshly oxygenated blood to the area being treated.
Elongates Muscles and Detoxifies
Many ashiatsu strokes help to elongate the spine. These movements dramatically stretch shortened muscles, which help in relieving pain and discomfort. These long fluid strokes also help flush the body’s lymphatic system, which releases metabolic waste at a very high rate. We recommend drinking plenty of water before and after a treatment to help with the detoxification process.
Due to the compressive nature of Ashiatsu barefoot massage, therapists must take extra precaution with certain client conditions. This a just a hand full of conditions that would be contraindicated for receiving an ashiatsu treatment. However, a certified Deepfeet Therapist will have full knowledge of all contraindications for ashiatsu and how to best address their client needs.
disclaimer: Ashiatsu is not suitable for everyone:
disclaimer
Pregnancy or trying to conceive
Recent injuries or surgeries
Contagious skin disorders
Contagious skin disorders
Acute liver or kidney disorders
Certain medications
Acute auto immune disorders
Recent surgical implants
Advanced Diabetes
Compromised immune system
*Osteoporosis/Osteopenia and/or Under the age of 18*
FAQ's
-
Contrary to what most people assume, no, I am not walking on your back. However, I am utilizing the soft, broad contours of the foot to provide a continuous, slow-paced flow over your neck, back, arms, hips, legs, and chest. If you love pressure, you'll love Barefoot Massage!!
BFM is great for athletes of all levels, those suffering from chronic pain, have limited range of motion, or just want to experience a deeply relaxing massage. But, due to applying 3x more pressure than hand massage techniques BFM is not recommended for clients under the age of 18,
weigh less than 130 lbs., enjoy light pressure or have certain medical conditions. The front desk staff will ask you medical questions before scheduling to ensure BFM is safe for you. Due to the slow pace flow a 60-minute session allows me to focus on only 2 areas, so I recommend scheduling a 90 minute session.
-
Barefoot massage is performed on a massage table with over-head bars that I utilize for balance. So, just like traditional hand-on massage you are receiving BFM on a comfortable table in a relaxing, quiet massage room. Some people undress completely. Some only undress to their underwear. Either is fine.
Your comfort is top priority, and you will be draped with a sheet and/or blanket to ensure your privacy.
-
Barefoot massage feels better for several reasons:
The surface of the foot is a lot rounder and broader then pointy thumbs & elbows. I prefer not to have an elbow and/or pointy thumb aggressively digging into my upper back and hip area. It's painful and it feels like I'm bruised for days.
Gravity enables the pressure to be 3x more than traditional hand massage techniques. Hands on therapist are using approximately 30-35 lbs. of pressure and Barefoot massage is using minimal of 124 lbs. of pressure.
You have several layers of muscle. Barefoot massage comfortably allows the first 2-3 layers of muscle to relax, so I am able to get to those deep-seated muscles without force or pain.
Effects last longer. The effects of a hands on massage last about two weeks and barefoot last about four weeks.
The broad surface of the foot engulfs large muscle groups, which makes tension in muscles such as the quads, hamstrings, hips, and back dissipate much more quickly. Who doesn't want to feel better quicker?
As a result, I use my hands for clients that enjoy a relaxing head and face massage. Plus, use my hands and feet on YOUR feet!! A good foot massage is extremely relaxing!!