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Toe Stretchers: When Surgery Is Not Neccessary
Toe stretchers are an excellent way of maintaining healthy feet and preventing foot
problems such as bunions, high and low arches, and hammertoes. Healthy feet play an important role in the overall health of the body and keeping feet in tiptop condition will make you fell healthier in general.
The common complaints from hammertoes and bunions are often the result of cramped feet. Women who frequently wear high heeled shoes can increase the risk of serious foot problems in later life. Most women will know the relief of taking off a pair of stilettos of an evening and wiggling life back into the toes.
Over time, problems with the toes can lead to problems in other parts of the body. As posture changes slightly, other joints, such as those in the lower back and hips, are put under unnecessary strain.
Unlike the foam toe separators used to keep toes separate for painting toenails, toe stretchers are usually made from a gel. This moulds closely to the shape of the foot and gently eases the toes apart. This gentle stretching will not cause damage to the tendons of the feet, and will stretch the muscles in a safe and controlled way.
Regular use improves the suppleness of the foot keeping your feet and joints efficient. They are used in the treatment of a number of toe conditions such as sciatica, bunions, hammertoes, and problems with the Achilles tendon.
Their effects reduce the pain associated with painful joint and bone conditions and keep the toes moving correctly, avoiding costly corrective surgery.
Stretching improves balance and the range of your joints, helping to make you more sure footed, and improving the whole posture of your body.
When using toe stretchers, it is important to lubricate them with water first, as this will help you to slip your toes inside. First of all you should insert the big toe, and then the rest of the toes in order. The first time you use them, you will really feel your toes being stretched, and each subsequent time, your tendons and muscles will become suppler.
Many people have never fully stretched their toes before, so it can take a little while at first for the toes to become fully flexible. If toes start to hurt after a long session, try using them for short periods, and increase the number of times you use them during the day. Putting them on for a few minutes in the morning and evening will make your feet com to life again. After a little usage, you will start to feel the benefits of increased flexibility in your feet, and healthier throughout your body.