After a long day at work or a long hike, our feet start to hurt. A soothing massage is just the thing to relieve the symptoms. If you don’t want to do it yourself, you can treat yourself to a revitalizing foot spa.
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These are the most important purchase criteria
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Foot spa: Five models in comparison
Modern whirlpool baths combine several functions in just one device: they warm, care for and massage your feet. This should make them equally suitable for pedicures as for relaxation and pain relief. This is made possible thanks to the integrated rollers, rollers or nubs in the footbed, which, in combination with the adjustable water temperature and the bubble function, are like a massage. The targeted stimulation of the reflex zones is also intended to promote blood circulation, but a foot spa is not a medical device. It’s more about the relaxing wellness factor.
These are the most important purchase criteria
Depending on the manufacturer comes a with different functions therefore. For this reason, you should consider in advance which properties the device must have: Whether vibration and bubble massage, heat function, light stimulation or magnetic field therapy – you can choose between different settings. And these are not all the criteria to look out for:
- There are electrically operated massage functions, but also manual ones.
- Non-slip rubber feet ensure that your bubble bath stands securely.
- The wattage determines how hot the water can get.
- People with large feet should pay attention to the size of the foot bath.
Foot spa: Five models in comparison
1. Sanitas SFB 07
The foot bath of is suitable up to shoe size 50. It can bubble and vibrate, has a foot reflex zone massage element, a spout, a removable splash guard and non-slip rubber feet. Although unable to heat cold water, it can maintain the temperature of warm water. The model is therefore suitable for preparing for a pedicure, for relaxation and for a massage of your feet.
2. Medisana comfort FS 881
Lidl currently offers the 60 watt foot spa from : It is suitable up to shoe size 44 and is a combination of three functions (water temperature control, bubble and vibration massage). In addition to the non-slip rubber feet, the device has a spout opening and a massage attachment. Treat yourself to an invigorating reflexology massage or just a warm foot bath.
3. Beurer FB 35
The foot spa of is a little more expensive to buy than the first two devices, but also has more functions (up to shoe size 44): In addition to the removable massage rollers and a massage-supporting footbed, the model has an integrated aroma filter. This gives you the opportunity to combine your foot bath with a bath additive of your choice. The device also contains infrared light points, three interchangeable pedicure attachments and magnets (for stimulating magnetic therapy).
4. Ecomed FS-52E
The device from also has a power of 60 watts . It has two program levels – the first provides a bubble bath with heat, the second combines the bubble bath with a vibrating massage (heat included). The model is suitable for a maximum shoe size of 46. It also contains removable massage rollers, so you can decide for yourself which type of foot spa you want to treat yourself to.
5. Turejo
The last and most expensive model in this series is the foot spa by : It has 14 massage rollers, infrared light, a shiatsu massage roller and an exfoliating stone. The water temperature can be set (and maintained) by the integrated heating. You can also add essential oils to the soothing bath. You can control and change all desired settings via the integrated display.
And one more important note at the end: If you suffer from a vein disease (e.g. thrombosis), we strongly advise against using a foot spa.
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Source: Stern
