Name: SoleSpa
Brand: Emilys Health Store USA
SKU: JS10039US
Price: 143.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Best foot massager for plantar fasciitis - was VERY skeptical

I have had plantar fasciitis for over two years. Tried insoles, stretches, night splints, cortisone shots - you name it. My podiatrist suggested a shiatsu foot massager as a last resort before considering surgery. I was skeptical because I have wasted so much money on foot massager machines that just vibrate. But after using this electric foot massager every night for two weeks, I can walk to the bathroom in the morning without that horrible first-step pain. My husband noticed I stopped wincing. This foot massager with heat actually works.

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Karen L. Verified Purchase

12-hour shifts used to destroy me. This foot massager changed everything.

I am an ER nurse. By hour 8 my feet are screaming. By hour 12 I can barely walk to my car. I have tried compression socks, insoles, expensive nursing shoes - nothing helped enough. My coworker told me about this shiatsu foot massager and I thought she was exaggerating. Used hers after a shift and immediately ordered my own electric foot massager. The shiatsu kneading on my arches is like having a personal masseuse. I use this foot massager machine every single night now. Three other nurses on my floor have bought one since.

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Tamara J. Verified Purchase

Best foot massager for neuropathy - wife uses it more than me now.

I have diabetic neuropathy and the tingling and numbness in my feet has been getting worse. My doctor recommended a foot massager for neuropathy to improve circulation. When this electric foot massager arrived my wife rolled her eyes - another gadget that will collect dust. Three days later I caught HER using it before bed. She said the heated foot massager and air compression make her feet feel incredible after standing at her retail job all day. Now we take turns. Best foot massager machine purchase argument I have ever won.

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Robert M. Verified Purchase

This foot massager machine replaced my $80/week massage appointments

I was spending 80 dollars every Friday on a foot reflexology session. That is over 4,000 dollars a year. My running buddy told me about this shiatsu foot massager and I laughed - no foot massager machine could replace a real massage therapist. But I tried it and honestly this electric foot massager hits the same pressure points. The deep kneading on my arches is legit. I still go for a professional foot massage once a month as a treat, but this handles the other three weeks. Paid for itself in two weeks.

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Jennifer W. Verified Purchase

Best foot massager for neuropathy - my 78-year-old dad can feel his toes again

My father has had neuropathy and circulation problems in his feet for years. His toes were always cold and numb. I bought this foot massager for neuropathy for him not expecting much. He called me after the first week and said his feet feel warmer and he has more sensation than he has had in months. His doctor even noticed improved circulation at his last checkup. Dad uses this heated foot massager twice a day now. Best gift I have ever given him.

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Timothy J. Verified Purchase

Third trimester swollen feet - this foot massager is a lifesaver

I am 34 weeks pregnant and my feet look like balloons by the end of the day. My OB said to elevate them and massage them but who has the energy to massage their own feet when they are 8 months pregnant? My husband bought this electric foot massager for me and I actually cried when I used it. The air compression foot massager gently squeezes the swelling down and the heat feels amazing. I use this foot massager with heat every evening while watching TV. This should come with every pregnancy.

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Ashley N. Verified Purchase

Best electric foot massager for marathon training recovery

Training for my third marathon and my feet were taking a beating. Ice baths and foam rolling were not cutting it anymore. My running coach suggested a shiatsu foot massager with heat and I found this one. Game changer. I use the lower heat setting on this foot massager after short runs and the higher heat after long runs. The deep kneading loosens up everything the foam roller misses. Two people from my running group have already ordered this electric foot massager after trying mine.

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Derek S. Verified Purchase

Great machine - took a session to figure out the modes

The massage itself is incredible. Deep kneading that actually reaches the knots in my arches. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it took me a couple sessions to figure out which mode combination works best for me. Once I found my sweet spot (shiatsu plus heat on medium plus air compression) it became my nightly ritual. Wish the instructions were a tiny bit clearer but honestly just experiment and you will find what works. Worth every penny.

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Patricia C. Verified Purchase

Retail worker - my feet do not hate me anymore

I work at a department store and spend 9 hours on concrete floors in dress shoes. My feet were in agony every single night. Advil was not cutting it. A coworker in the shoe department told me about this and I figured why not. First time I used it I literally said 'oh my god' out loud. The shiatsu nodes dig into exactly where it hurts. The heat is the perfect level. My boyfriend says I talk about this machine more than I talk about him. He is probably right.

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Brittany H. Verified Purchase

Best foot massager for neuropathy relief I did not expect

Peripheral neuropathy from chemo left my feet constantly tingling and numb. My oncologist said a foot massager for neuropathy could help stimulate nerve function. I have tried several foot massagers and most were too gentle or just vibrated. This shiatsu foot massager has real pressure that actually stimulates the nerves. After a month of daily use of this electric foot massager, the tingling has reduced noticeably. Not a cure but the best foot massager for neuropathy relief I have found. My wife uses it too for her plantar fasciitis.

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Walter B. Verified Purchase

Convinced my entire nursing unit to buy this foot massager

Started bringing this shiatsu foot massager to the break room during my 12-hour ICU shifts. By the end of the first week, five nurses had asked me where I got this electric foot massager. By the end of the month, eight people on my unit own one. We joke that this foot massager machine should be standard issue equipment. The deep kneading after being on your feet for 12 hours is indescribable. One nurse said this foot massager with heat is better than the expensive massage she gets every two weeks.

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Monica R. Verified Purchase

Solid massager - wish the cord was a bit longer

The massage quality is excellent. Real deep shiatsu that gets into the arches where I need it most. The heat is soothing and the air compression feels like someone is gently squeezing your feet. My only complaint is the cord could be about a foot longer - I had to rearrange my living room slightly to reach my favorite chair. Minor issue for an otherwise great product. Use it every evening while watching the news.

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Frank D. Verified Purchase

My podiatrist asked what foot massager I was using

Been dealing with heel spurs and plantar fasciitis for three years. Regular podiatrist visits, custom orthotics, the whole nine yards. Started using this shiatsu foot massager every night before bed. At my last appointment, my podiatrist said my feet looked better and asked what I had been doing differently. Told him about this foot massager for plantar fasciitis and he said to keep doing whatever I am doing. High praise from the guy who wanted to give me cortisone injections.

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Sandra T. Verified Purchase

Size 12 feet fit this foot massager perfectly - finally

I wear size 12 and most foot massagers are too small. My toes would be cramped or hanging out the end. This foot massager machine fits my big feet comfortably with room to spare. The shiatsu nodes on this electric foot massager still reach all the right spots. My wife has size 7 feet and this shiatsu foot massager works great for her too. The wireless remote is a nice touch - no bending down to change settings. We fight over who gets to use this foot massager first every evening.

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Marcus W. Verified Purchase

This electric foot massager replaced 3 cheap ones that did nothing

I have bought three different foot massagers from Amazon over the past two years. All under 50 dollars. All useless vibrating garbage that felt like a phone buzzing under my feet. This shiatsu foot massager is completely different. Actual deep kneading that digs into the pressure points. Actual foot massager with heat that you can feel. Actual air compression that squeezes tension out. Should have just bought this electric foot massager first instead of wasting 150 dollars on junk that is now in my garage.

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Heather G. Verified Purchase

Best foot massager for neuropathy - diabetic and this changed everything

Type 2 diabetes for 11 years. My feet are always cold and the neuropathy numbness has been getting progressively worse. My endocrinologist said a foot massager for neuropathy that improves circulation would help. This heated foot massager with the heat on high and the air compression running gets blood flowing to my feet in a way nothing else has. My toes actually feel warm after a session with this electric foot massager. My wife noticed I have stopped complaining about cold feet at night. That alone is worth five stars.

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George P. Verified Purchase

Great massage - wish heat went a little higher

The shiatsu kneading is top notch. Exactly the right pressure for my aching arches after long runs. The air compression is a nice bonus I did not expect to like as much as I do. My only wish is that the heat went a little higher. The 118F setting is warm and pleasant but I would love something around 125F for really sore days. That said, it is still the best foot massager I have owned and I use it 5 days a week minimum.

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Ryan K. Verified Purchase

Teacher on her feet all day - this is my nightly reward

I teach kindergarten. That means 7 hours of standing, walking, crouching, and chasing tiny humans on hard tile floors. By 4pm my feet are throbbing. This massager has become my nightly self-care ritual. Glass of wine, feet in the massager, 20 minutes of bliss. My husband bought one for his mother for Christmas after seeing how much I use mine. She called to thank us - said it helps her arthritis pain.

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Laura S. Verified Purchase

Post-surgery recovery helper - wish it had more intensity levels

Had bunion surgery six months ago and the recovery has been brutal. Physical therapist recommended massage to break up scar tissue and improve flexibility. This shiatsu massager does exactly that. Started on the lowest settings and gradually worked up. The improvement in my range of motion has been noticeable. My PT even asked what I was doing at home because my progress was ahead of schedule. Only reason for 4 stars is I wish there were more granular intensity levels between medium and high. But overall this machine deserves serious credit for my recovery.

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Nancy E. Verified Purchase

My CrossFit recovery is so much better now

After heavy deadlift and squat days my feet are wrecked. Tried lacrosse balls, golf balls, frozen water bottles - all the DIY stuff. This is infinitely better. The shiatsu kneading gets deep into the plantar fascia in a way rolling on a ball never could. I use the heat setting after every WOD. Two guys at my box have already bought one after trying mine in the parking lot. Yes, I brought it to the gym. No shame.

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Jake A. Verified Purchase

Really good - a little noisy on the highest setting

The massage quality is fantastic. The deep kneading is exactly what my aching feet need after waitressing double shifts. The heat is soothing and the air compression is a nice addition. My only minor gripe is that on the highest intensity setting it is a bit louder than I expected. On medium it is perfectly quiet and still gives a great massage. I use it on medium most nights and save the high setting for really rough days. Overall very happy with the purchase.

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Crystal V. Verified Purchase

This foot massager for plantar fasciitis saved me thousands in podiatrist bills

I was going to the podiatrist every two weeks for plantar fasciitis treatment at 75 dollars per visit. That is almost 2,000 dollars a year. My podiatrist actually suggested I try a shiatsu foot massager at home between visits. Got this electric foot massager, started using it daily, and I have gone from biweekly visits to once every two months. My doctor is happy with my progress and my wallet is even happier. This foot massager machine has literally paid for itself ten times over.

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Diane F. Verified Purchase

Warehouse worker - 10 hour shifts on concrete are survivable now

I pick orders in an Amazon warehouse. 10 hours a day on concrete floors wearing steel toes. My feet were in constant pain. Ibuprofen was my best friend. Since getting this massager I use it the second I get home. 20 minutes and my feet feel human again. I have cut my ibuprofen use in half. My girlfriend says I am less grumpy after work now. She is not wrong. This thing has improved my quality of life more than I expected.

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Andre T. Verified Purchase

My grandmother asks to use it every time she visits

Bought this for my own plantar fasciitis but my 82-year-old grandmother tried it during Thanksgiving and now she asks about it every time she visits. Her arthritis makes her feet ache constantly. The gentle heat and kneading give her relief she says she cannot get anywhere else. I am ordering one for her birthday next month. When an 82-year-old says something works, you know it actually works.

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Michelle P. Verified Purchase

Excellent for feet - does not reach calves though

Want to be upfront: this is a foot massager, not a calf massager. I was hoping it might reach up a bit higher but it is designed specifically for feet. And for feet, it is outstanding. The shiatsu kneading is deep and effective, the heat is perfectly warm, and the air compression adds a nice squeeze. If your primary issue is foot pain, this is a 5 out of 5. If you need calf work too, you will need a separate unit. For feet alone, could not be happier.

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Steve R. Verified Purchase

Night shift pharmacist - this is essential equipment

I stand behind a pharmacy counter for 12 hours overnight. By 4am my feet are screaming and there is no sitting down. When I get home at 8am, this is the first thing I use before trying to sleep. The combination of shiatsu kneading and heat relaxes my feet enough that I can actually fall asleep without them throbbing. My pharmacy tech tried it and ordered one the same week. We compare notes on our favorite settings during slow hours.

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Kevin L. Verified Purchase

8 months pregnant and this is my only comfort

I am 35 weeks along and everything hurts. My feet swell up like water balloons by noon. My husband bought this for me after I mentioned my feet were killing me for the hundredth time. The air compression is incredible for swelling - my feet actually look normal after a 20 minute session. The heat on the lower setting is so soothing. I use it while watching TV every evening. This and ice cream are getting me through the final stretch.

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Jessica B. Verified Purchase

Better than the 200 dollar foot spa - this foot massager actually works

My wife used to have one of those expensive foot spa bath things that you fill with water. It was messy, took forever to set up and clean, and honestly did not do much besides get her feet wet. This electric foot massager is completely different. Actual deep tissue shiatsu foot massage, actual heat therapy, no water mess. She traded up to this foot massager machine and has not looked back. I use it after golf on weekends. My buddy asked why I was not limping after 18 holes. This heated foot massager is why.

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Howard G. Verified Purchase

Love it - heat takes a couple minutes to warm up

The shiatsu massage itself is fantastic from the moment you turn it on. The deep kneading hits all the right spots on my arches and heels. The air compression is a great bonus. The heat feature takes about 2-3 minutes to really warm up, which was surprising since I expected instant warmth. Not a dealbreaker at all - I just turn it on a few minutes before I sit down. Once it is warm, it feels amazing. Using it daily for my plantar fasciitis and seeing real improvement.

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Linda M. Verified Purchase

Hiking recovery is 10x better with this

I hike 15-20 miles on weekends. My feet used to ache for two days after a big hike. Started using this the evening after every hike and the difference is night and day. The combination of deep kneading and heat loosens everything up. I am ready to go again by Monday instead of limping around until Wednesday. My hiking partner borrowed it after a particularly brutal trail and ordered his own before he left my house.

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Chris N. Verified Purchase

Flight attendant - my feet finally get the relief they deserve

I fly international routes. 14 hours in heels up and down narrow aisles. My feet were in rough shape and I was spending a fortune on pedicures and massage appointments trying to undo the damage. This massager is my post-flight ritual now. Shower, pajamas, feet in the SoleSpa for 20 minutes. The kneading on my arches combined with the heat is pure heaven. Already told my entire crew about it. Two of them ordered it during our layover.

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Victoria S. Verified Purchase

Gout flare ups are more manageable - careful with intensity

I get gout flare ups in my big toe and the pain is excruciating. Between flare ups, the gentle shiatsu massage and heat help keep blood flowing and reduce the background aching. I was nervous about the pressure being too much during sensitive times and the high setting IS too intense during flare ups. The lower setting is gentle enough though. My rheumatologist said improving circulation is key for gout management and this certainly does that. Not a cure but a real quality of life improvement. Just be careful with the intensity if you have active inflammation.

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Phil E. Verified Purchase

Good for feet - louder than I expected on high

The massage quality on the medium setting is really good. Deep kneading that reaches my arches and the heat is a nice touch. However, on the highest intensity setting it is noticeably loud - loud enough that I can not really hear my TV clearly. I mostly use medium now which is still effective and much quieter. For the price it is decent value but I wish the motor was a bit quieter at full power. If you plan to use it on medium, you will be very happy.

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Todd C. Verified Purchase

Bought for my mom's birthday - she cried

My mom is 71 and has been complaining about foot pain for years. She stands at church events, walks her dog twice a day, and her feet are always hurting. Bought this for her birthday fully expecting it to sit in a closet. She called me the day it arrived crying because the heat and massage gave her the first real foot relief in months. She uses it every single day now. When a gift makes your mom cry happy tears, that is a five star product.

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Amy H. Verified Purchase

Construction worker - 10 hours in steel toes

I am a general contractor. 10 hours a day in steel toe boots on job sites. My feet were wrecked every night. My wife found this and bought it for Father's Day. I thought it was a joke gift. First use I literally groaned out loud it felt so good. The deep kneading gets into the bottom of my feet where all the pain lives. The heat loosens up the tightness from being in rigid boots all day. I use it religiously. My apprentice wants one now too.

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Jeff O. Verified Purchase

Really helps my Raynaud's - feet actually warm up

I have Raynaud's phenomenon and my feet are ice cold from October to April. The heat feature on this massager is a godsend. Between the warming function and the improved circulation from the kneading and air compression, my feet actually feel warm after a session. It does not cure Raynaud's obviously but it gives me 2-3 hours of warm, comfortable feet. I use it twice a day in winter. Only docking one star because I wish there was a heat-only mode without the massage.

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Ellen K. Verified Purchase

I sleep so much better when my feet are not throbbing

For years I would lie in bed with my feet aching from the day. Tossing and turning, can not get comfortable. Started using this for 15 minutes before bed and the difference in my sleep quality is incredible. My feet are relaxed, the pain is gone, and I fall asleep in minutes instead of an hour. My husband says I do not toss and turn anymore. This is an unexpected sleep aid that actually works better than melatonin.

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Donna W. Verified Purchase

Size 13 feet and they fit - miracle

I wear size 13 wide. Every foot massager I have tried was too small - my feet were cramped, toes hitting the end, uncomfortable. Bought this expecting the same. My feet actually FIT. Comfortably. The shiatsu nodes still reach my arches perfectly. The air compression wraps around my whole foot. This is the first foot massager actually designed for big feet. My wife has size 8 feet and it works perfectly for her too. Universal fit that actually delivers.

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Brian V. Verified Purchase

Bartender's secret weapon for surviving weekend shifts

Friday and Saturday nights behind the bar I am on my feet for 10 straight hours on hard floors. Used to spend Sundays on the couch unable to walk. Now I use this Saturday night when I get home and again Sunday morning. The deep kneading works out all the knots and the heat soothes the inflammation. I am actually functional on Sundays now. Three other bartenders at my restaurant have bought one since I started raving about it.

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Alex D. Verified Purchase

Does exactly what it says - no complaints really

I am a mail carrier. My feet take a beating every single day. I needed something more than soaking them in Epsom salt. This massager delivers real shiatsu kneading that I can feel working on the knots in my arches. The heat is soothing without being too hot. The air compression is a nice bonus for the swelling I get. Is it as good as a professional massage? Probably 80% there. But I can use it every day instead of once a month. Math works out in its favor.

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Greg T. Verified Purchase

My esthetician asked what I was doing differently

I started using this every evening for the circulation benefits. At my next pedicure appointment, my esthetician commented that my feet looked healthier - less dry, better color, smoother skin. She asked if I had changed my foot care routine. Told her about this massager and she said the improved blood flow from the kneading and heat was probably the reason. When a foot care professional notices a difference, you know it is working.

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Rachel A. Verified Purchase

Desk job circulation improved - takes commitment though

I sit at a desk 9 hours a day. My feet were always cold, tingly, and swollen by 5pm. Doctor said it was poor circulation from sitting. Started using this every evening. It did not work overnight - took about two weeks of consistent daily use before I noticed the cold tingling feeling was noticeably reduced. The air compression and heat combination seems to get blood flowing again. My ankles do not swell as much anymore either. Just be patient and use it consistently. Results take time but they come.

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Nathan B. Verified Purchase

Good quality but the auto-shutoff is too short for me

The massage itself is really well designed. Deep shiatsu kneading that actually feels like a real massage. Heat is pleasant and the air compression adds a nice dimension. My issue is the auto-shutoff timer. It turns off after 15 minutes and I want 30 minutes sometimes after a really long day. I just restart it which is not a huge deal but a longer timer option would be nice. The massage quality itself deserves 5 stars, the convenience gets a 3. Averaging out to 3 stars.

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Lisa Y. Verified Purchase

Physical therapist recommended - it delivered

I tore my Achilles tendon last year and physical therapy has been a long road. My PT recommended a shiatsu foot massager for home use between appointments to maintain flexibility and reduce tightness. This one is exactly what she described. The kneading works the bottom of my foot while the heat increases blood flow to the healing area. She checked my progress and said I was ahead of schedule. Bought another one for my home office so I can use it while working.

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Daniel H. Verified Purchase

Hairstylist - 9 hours standing on tile floors

I cut hair for a living. That means standing on tile floors for 9 hours with barely a break. My feet used to throb so badly by closing time I would have to ice them just to walk to my car. A client told me about this massager and I bought it that night. It has transformed my evenings. The deep kneading releases all the tension from standing and the heat is like a warm hug for my feet. Two stylists at my salon have already copied me.

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Samantha Q. Verified Purchase

My father-in-law loves it - using it twice a day

Bought this for my father-in-law who has been dealing with foot pain from arthritis. He is 76 and not one to try new gadgets. Took some convincing but once he tried it, he was hooked. Uses it morning and evening now. Says the heat helps more than the pain cream his doctor prescribed. His wife says he is walking better and complaining less. Only 4 stars because he says the instruction manual is hard to read with small print. The product itself is excellent.

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Mike Z. Verified Purchase

Triathlon training and this is my secret recovery tool

Between running, cycling, and swimming, my feet take an unbelievable beating. I have tried everything - ice baths, compression boots, foam rollers. This shiatsu massager targets the exact spots that get destroyed during training. The arches, the heels, the balls of my feet. The two heat settings are perfect - lower after easy days, higher after brick workouts. My training partners think I recover faster than them. This is my edge. Do not tell them.

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Evan M. Verified Purchase

Good massager - not magic for severe plantar fasciitis

I have severe plantar fasciitis with a heel spur. The shiatsu kneading and heat are genuinely soothing and I use it every day. However I want to be honest - it has not eliminated my pain. It reduces it by maybe 40-50% temporarily. For moderate foot pain I think this would be a 5 star product. For severe chronic plantar fasciitis like mine, it is a helpful tool but not a standalone solution. I still need my orthotics and stretching routine. Good product, realistic expectations.

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Roger N. Verified Purchase

Postal worker - 15 miles walking daily. This saves me.

I walk 15 miles a day delivering mail. Rain, snow, heat - my feet take every bit of it. Used to come home and just collapse. Now I come home and spend 20 minutes in this massager and I actually feel restored. The deep kneading works out all the tension from pounding pavement and the heat relaxes the muscles. My wife says I am a different person since I started using this. More energy, less complaining, actually want to do things on weekends.

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Carlos R. Verified Purchase

The whole family fights over it. Buying a second one.

I bought this for myself but now my husband, my teenage daughter, and my mother-in-law all want to use it when they visit. There is literally a line for the foot massager in my living room on Sunday evenings. My husband has bad knees that cause foot compensation pain. My daughter is a soccer player. My mother-in-law has arthritis. It helps all of them. Ordering a second one because sharing is overrated when your feet hurt.

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Wendy F. Verified Purchase

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