{"id":37194,"date":"2018-02-17T16:29:44","date_gmt":"2018-02-17T15:29:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/preprod26.howtospa.com\/2018\/02\/17\/the-foot-bath-ritual\/"},"modified":"2018-02-17T16:29:44","modified_gmt":"2018-02-17T15:29:44","slug":"the-foot-bath-ritual","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preprod26.howtospa.com\/en\/2018\/02\/17\/the-foot-bath-ritual\/","title":{"rendered":"The Foot Bath Ritual"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dear readers,<\/span><\/p>\n

We wanted to share with you a ritual that\u2019s common in the spa world\u2014and that you can enjoy at home: a foot bath.<\/span><\/p>\n

Did you know that the highest concentration of nerve endings in the body is found on the soles of the feet? This center of the autonomic nervous system is our point of contact with the ground; it supports our body and bears the shifts in our weight. This explains the importance of the foot-washing ritual in all traditions, as a way to relieve pain and promote relaxation.
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Since ancient times, foot washing has been practiced around the world not only for its hygienic benefits, of course, but also for its relaxing and therapeutic effects. Still practiced in Asia, the Maghreb, and India, it has also been part of Western culture for several decades. In the spa industry, you\u2019ll find foot baths included in certain specific rituals, such as the Japanese Bath ritual or the Ayurvedic ritual. <\/span><\/p>\n

Why not try this at home? After a tough day of work, for example? Here are our tips and tricks to enjoy the benefits of this ritual: <\/span><\/p>\n