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Should I cover blisters during a foot bath?

Apr 11, 2008 by riley | Posted in Other - General Health Care

I have blisters on both feet because my new shoes haven't been "broken into". I am planning to burst and clean out the blisters. I am going to soak my feet in a soothing bath. Should I "operate" on my blisters before or after the soak? and should I cover them with Band Aids during the sock?

I would argue against a foot bath if you have blisters...having skin submerged in water for prolonged periods weakens the skin and makes it more susceptible to blisters. Popping them is fine if you disinfect both the skin and the needle you will use. Then apply a bandaid to protect from infection. If you must take the bath, then dont pop the blisters until after the bath...doing otherwise only opens up a way to get an infection by breaking the skin.

What is the best foot bath/ foot massager to buy as a gift?

Nov 10, 2006 by Crysta | Posted in Other - Beauty & Style

I want to buy one for my sister for christmas b/c she complains about her feet hurting after work all the time. I herd conair ones are bad, but I was wondering if there was a brand out there that is known for working good (ie right amount of pressure and keeps water heated for long time) I also would not like to spend too much.

I have had 2 myself and find that neither brand keeps the water warm for long. My suggestion is to not invest a lot of money on any of them as it will probably get tucked in a closet after 1 or 2 uses any way.

does the ION therapy detox foot bath really work or is it a hoax?

May 10, 2008 by medman19801 | Posted in Alternative Medicine

It seems as though this is just another way to get people to spend there money. Does anyone agree with me or am I all wrong.

Hoax. It "works" for the incredibly gullible.

what is the purpose of putting feet in a aqua chi foot bath. How do feet affect the body?

Oct 07, 2006 by kitty | Posted in Alternative Medicine

my friend has an aqua chi foot bath and when soaking your feet the water changes color

Detoxification. The Ions in the bath are though to draw toxins out of the body though the feet.
As for the relationship of feet to the rest of the body:
There are nerve endings in your foot thought to be connected to certain other related parts (such as the big to is related to the pituitary gland and the area just under the arch of the foot is the solar plexus or diaphram) It is commonly used in the practice of reflexology and massage. Practitioners believe the foot to be divided into a number of reflex zones corresponding to all parts of the body, and that applying pressure to tight or "gritty" areas of a person's foot will stimulate the corresponding body part and cause it to begin healing itself.

where do I find a whirlpool foot bath?

Jun 17, 2007 by Dennis O | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)

preferred size about 24"H x 36"L x 18"deep, fibreglass or stainless steel okay. It does need to several jets so two people can use simutaneously

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or bed bath & beyond

Has anyone ever heard of the IonCleanse detoxifying foot bath?

Apr 15, 2006 by asskickincountrygirl | Posted in First Aid

I'm wondering if any of you have heard of this machine. It supposedly pulls toxins out and i'm wondering if anyone can give me info on it?
i would love to hear from u if you know what/how it works

Good question! I would definitely like info on that too.

Any suggestions as to where I can find good deals on bath tubs such as claw foot bath tubs?

Jan 24, 2008 by Rob L | Posted in Decorating & Remodeling

**Maybe an antique store? Hard to say when I don't know where you live.

Can an ionic foot bath actually detox your body from free radicals?

Jan 10, 2008 by mr misery | Posted in Chemistry

That's a new one on me! It may take the toxins off your skin but how is it going to get them out of your intestines and cells?
Diet and cleansing via specific supplements and colon cleansing are 2 major ways to achieve detoxification

How do I get listings to buy a professional line of a detox foot bath?

Jun 01, 2006 by MM | Posted in Other - Diseases

http://curezone.com/blogs/m.asp?f=268&i=93

thinking of buying an ionic foot bath machine as I heard it detoxifies and helps gout. I have read the water?

Sep 23, 2007 by danielle | Posted in Alternative Medicine

change color happens regardless of it one's feet are in the water but that a sticky residue indicates machine is working as it is not there when feet are not present.

But what I want to know is has anyone tried it and felt physical results or improvement? Even if it is a placebo effect..hey if it works...

2.also want to know do they require additional parts and equipment. I saw some cheaper ones on ebay but I am not sure if the brand matters that much.

Please answer these two questions...does it works or did it for you as far as feeling better in anyway and how did it help you and2. do they require additional parts and equipment to keep using it and does brand matter much.

I have used it as recommended by the manufacturer, a 30-minute session with interval of 3 days for 14 sessions. Yes, it works because the color of the water went from almost black to light orange towards the last 2 sessions, showing that "toxins" had been extracted out of my body during these sessions . Depending on the manufacturer, the "active" element is good for 20 to 40 30-minute sessions after which, you need to replace it with a "new" element. I cannot comment on brands only that I used two (2) different units but the results were similar. I hope it works for you too.

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