Roll With It

Spending all day in heels or ballet pumps can put huge pressure on the ligaments and tissues of your feet, leading to pain in the arch and the sole.

Michael Ratcliffe, podiatrist at Carnation Footcare, warns that foot pain caused by unsupportive shoes can lead to more serious problems such as plantar fasciitis and heel spurs.

Like many podiatrists, he recommends massaging the soles of the feet to release tension. The Pediroller is specifically designed for this purpose and can be stored in the freezer to cool it. When you place it on the floor and gently roll your foot back and forth on top of it for between three and five minutes it should help to reduce inflammation, relax stiff muscles and so ease pain.

It’s also wise to ensure you wear proper footwear to alleviate any future discomfort.

The Pediroller is

£9.99 from firstaidfast.co.uk