Please check with the nurse to verify that it is safe for patient to have a foot massage. Follow the steps listed below on one foot first, and then repeat the process on the other foot if there are no signs of discomfort. A good foot massage could take about 5 minutes per foot.
1. Optional: Put a small amount of warm lotion in your hand. Smooth the lotion over the foot. Do NOT apply lotion if the patient is diabetic.
2. Firmly hold the foot with both hands. Rub the top of the foot using a firm motion with your thumbs. Start at the tip of each toe and move slowly all the way up to the ankle. Move back towards the toes and rub with a lighter stroke. This step can be repeated 2 or more times.
3. Continue to hold the foot with both hands and move your thumbs to the bottom of the foot. Rub the bottom of the foot. Start at the tip of each toe and move your thumbs firmly towards the heel. Go back in the direction of the toes and rub the bottom of the foot with your thumbs. This step can be repeated 2 or more times.
4. Important: After massage, wipe off excess lotion and put on non-slip socks.
