Flat feet are an unpleasant disease that is easier to prevent than to treat. Make sure that the baby’s arch and ankle are formed correctly, preferably from the moment the baby begins to take his first steps. Both in this case, and if the child has already been diagnosed with flat feet, modern developments - orthopedic puzzle mats - will come to the aid of parents. We will tell you about them in more detail.
At first glance, mats for the prevention and treatment of flat feet are a fairly simple and uncomplicated design. It is a floor covering with a raised protruding “pattern”. A puzzle mat for flat feet is a modular design that consists of squares of equal size that fit together like a puzzle.
If we consider this invention of mankind in more detail, it will become clear that in terms of the degree of impact, the mat is in no way inferior to expensive massage procedures in an expensive clinic. The protruding relief on the squares has a precise effect on important active points of the foot, which improves blood supply to the lower extremities, accelerates lymph flow, massages muscles and ligaments, and also helps the child learn to step on different parts of the foot, while maintaining body balance in space.
Thus, the mat replaces several expensive health procedures at once. The advantage is that you don’t have to go anywhere; you can practice on a mat at home.
In addition, the child will not be burdened by the need to undergo certain medical procedures, because on the mat it is fun to do gymnastics, exercises, and just play on the mat.
The rugs are made from multi-colored bright materials. The texture can be different - “Pine cones”, “Shells”, “Pebbles”, “Pebbles”, “Grass”, “Thorns” and so on. The modular design makes it possible to combine different coatings in a wide variety of options - “Cones” with “Grass” or “Pebbles” with “Spikes”. The number of options will depend on the number of modules - 2,4,6,8,12,16 or more if you want to create a larger treatment surface.
The effectiveness of such floor coverings has long been appreciated by orthopedic doctors. They see the results personally - before purchasing a mat and six months after that. Mild forms of flat feet can be overcome fairly quickly. For more serious forms of the disease, orthopedic puzzles help as part of complex treatment.
Regardless of what type of mat you need - preventive or therapeutic - you should start choosing such a product by visiting an orthopedic doctor. If there are no foot pathologies, then the doctor will tell you which mats are optimal for a given age and foot for preventive purposes. If you have flat feet, then the doctor will not only suggest rug models, but will also prescribe very specific “drawings” of the relief. One child will benefit from only “Grass” or “Pebbles”, while another will benefit from only “Pine Cones” or “Thorns”.
Today, foot massage mats are available in a huge range of products in online stores. Experts recommend purchasing medicinal varieties only in specialized orthopedic salons.
Preventive models can be bought in a children's store or ordered online, but it is advisable to choose products from reputable manufacturers.
Pay attention to the colors; it is important that the rug is not only useful, but also interesting for the baby. You should not choose textures that are too hard for a child under 3 years old, as walking on them will cause pain for the baby. This will only scare the baby away. You can order several modules with a soft texture to start classes, and several with a hard texture to gradually introduce these puzzles into the mat when your baby’s feet get used to walking on the new surface.
High-quality material is very important for the health of the child. The product must have certificates of quality and conformity. The modules should not emit a strong chemical odor, which may indicate a fake or low-quality material. You should not take too few modules, because the mat should be of such an area that the child can not only stand on it, but also walk, run, sit, jump, and do gymnastics. Modules can be purchased gradually, as needed, expanding and supplementing the mat with new elements.
The abundance of manufacturers will surprise parents and may plunge them into some confusion. In fact, many companies, both Russian and foreign, present high-quality and inexpensive products. FOSTA and ORTO have proven themselves the most well:
As soon as a child begins to walk, it is important to take care of the proper development of his feet. You can use various available devices, but experts recommend buying an orthopedic mat for children, which is designed in accordance with the anatomical features of the legs and is aimed at preventing and treating diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The ortho massage mat is available in many types, which allows you to choose the optimal solution according to the specific problem and age of the child.
It is known that there are reflex points on the feet, the stimulation of which has a positive effect on the body, since nerve endings directly connect them with the internal organs. Walking on convex surfaces provides a restorative massage, activates the functionality of all systems, and strengthens the immune system. In addition, children's muscles and bones are still in the process of formation, so foot massage mats for children are simply necessary. The use of ortho mats also has many other positive effects:
It is also interesting that exercises with a massage mat for children help to improve mood, for which the segment near the heel is responsible, the stimulation of which produces the hormone of joy. Ortho puzzles can be used to build a walking path; their bright design will attract the child’s attention, and medical procedures will turn into enjoyable activities.
At first, the child needs to get used to the new floor covering, so that in the future he will walk on it with pleasure, and not through force. Puzzles have spikes and bumps of different sizes and diameters, which in turn provide different effects. But in general, on an orthopedic puzzle mat for children for flat feet and other diseases, regardless of the type of surface, you can practice a number of exercises:
The first sessions with an orthopedic massage mat should last 5-10 minutes, gradually increasing the duration to 20 minutes. If the covering is used for therapeutic purposes, a whole range of exercises is provided with increasing loads, which must be regulated by an orthopedist.
An orthopedic rug for children can consist of one large puzzle or several smaller elements that are conveniently assembled into a track. The relief surface is an imitation of various objects: grass, cones, pebbles, sea creatures, etc. Each type of convexity can be presented in two versions: soft and hard. It is recommended to take these indicators into account when choosing an orthopedic puzzle mat for children according to their age:
An excellent solution would be to assemble an orthopedic mat for children from elements of different hardness. Thus, walking on hard areas will stimulate the reflexogenic zones of the legs, providing a general strengthening effect, and on soft areas the child’s legs can rest and relax.
Thanks to the variety of offers, caring parents will be able to choose the right option for their baby; the versatility of the products allows adults to exercise, so the purchase will be useful for the whole family. Made from modern PVC material, the puzzles will not harm children's health, and the wear-resistant coating will make the purchase a profitable investment, since an orthopedic mat with proper care has an unlimited service life.
For the prevention and treatment of flat feet, an orthopedic mat has proven itself to be a very effective method. The mat is designed to massage the feet and improve blood circulation. It can be purchased in specialized departments of stores. A special massage covering may differ in its hardness and material, size and color.
Many massage mats for children come in a variety of shapes and colors. At a young age, such an object becomes like a toy. You can choose the massage surface yourself, since many sheets can be assembled from several parts, like a puzzle. The pieces of this puzzle have different shapes and colors - children will be interested in assembling it with their own hands.
With the help of an orthopedic massage mat, you can stimulate the active work of the brain center, develop children's memory and thinking. The peculiarity of the effect of the massage cloth is also characterized by the fact that after regular procedures the child quickly develops his speech, and his learning and cognition abilities improve.
Such devices are safe and comfortable, which makes the procedure enjoyable and interesting. You can use this track from the first year of your children’s life. For the effectiveness of its use, it is best to consult an orthopedist. The doctor may also recommend other prevention methods or clarify which type of massager is best for your child.
It is enough to devote about 20 minutes a day to the prevention of flat feet.
The most current type of orthopedic mats are those made in the form of an assembled puzzle. It is very convenient to wash and disassemble. The shape of the puzzle allows you to make a suitable canvas size for the child. Puzzles can be of different colors, and children are able to assemble them on their own. It is very good if they perceive this type of prevention as a game and show interest in it. Storage of such an item does not require much space.
To treat flat feet, an orthopedic mat should be selected according to the age of the children. If the child is already 7-8 years old, then a bedding made of harder material and with larger protrusions is suitable for him. For children aged 4-5 years, a soft and elastic orthopedic mat is better suited. It is better to do foot massage gradually, and the size of the puzzles should not be too large.
You don’t have to buy a massage cloth to prevent flat feet in a store, but make it yourself. This will not take much time, and the resulting item can be crafted to your own taste.
In order to make it yourself, you need to have prepared materials. One of the possible options for creating such a massager can be made using canvas and small hard objects (buttons, shells, beads, balls). These small objects will serve as a massage link. It is necessary to glue all objects onto the surface of the canvas with a small distance from each other. And now the massager, made by yourself, is ready. It is convenient to carry and fold into a roll. But this fabric is not very wear-resistant. It can get damaged if the baby starts playing around.
Other devices can also be used as a massager. It’s easy to make a shallow wooden box with your own hands and pour pebbles into it. Pebbles should be round and without sharp corners. They must be evenly spaced at the bottom of the container.
The massage sheet can be made from different fabrics. It should differ in density. The flaps must be cut to the same size and sewed together. Then you need to sew buttons of different sizes onto the surface of the fabric so that they fit closely together. To make such a massage mat with your own hands, you need to have minimal sewing skills. This craft requires a lot of time, but will pay off with the interest shown by your children.
If sewing on buttons is too labor-intensive, then scraps of fabric can be sewn so that they form small pockets. Then the resulting bags need to be filled with large cereals, peas or balls. You will get small massage pads on which children need to walk.
To prevent flat feet, a child aged 2-3 years will not need a large mat, but already at 6 years old the orthopedic massage mat should be wide. Its zones can differ in different shapes, puzzle structure and rigidity.
For the prevention and treatment of flat feet, orthopedic fabric is used, as it has a beneficial effect on the body of children and has a number of positive properties. Different sections of the massage track stimulate reflex points in the child’s feet, allowing them to rest and relax.
Massage stimulates the circulatory system for improved circulation, trains various leg muscles and joints.
An orthopedic mat well tones the skin of a child’s foot, evenly distributes the load on the child’s legs and helps the correct formation of the arches of the feet. Internal organs receive a non-contact massage. If such prevention is done after a hard day or jogging, it will allow the legs to relax and rest.
By influencing the points and nerve endings of the feet, you can speed up the recovery of children from respiratory diseases, improve overall well-being, as well as strengthen the immune system, strengthen the joints and bones in the legs. This occurs due to the active circulation of blood and lymph in the body.
To prevent flat feet and eliminate anatomical defects of the feet, you need to use a massager regularly. It is best to undergo this procedure several times a day for 5 minutes.
The video explains why a foot massage mat is so useful and how to choose this device.
The famous doctor Komarovsky, like many other specialists, advises children to walk barefoot more often, this will save them from flat feet, club feet and other orthopedic problems. But if you don’t have a dacha, and you can’t let your baby out into the courtyard of an apartment building barefoot, then there is a solution - a massage mat. Have you seen how much they cost in children's stores? We do, and that’s why we decided to create one ourselves, especially since it can be done from improvised means.
How nice it is to run barefoot on the sand, and how beneficial it is for kids! Our rug can imitate sand, and walking on it will also be pleasant.
Walking on such a rug will relax your baby's legs and calm him down.
Boys will especially appreciate this rug, because they love to play with trains and railroads. “Rails”, which you can create yourself, will become not only a tool for massage, but also a favorite object for games.
Please note: the distance from rubber band to rubber band should be less than the length of the pencil by about one and a half to two centimeters.
Walking on “rails” helps a lot with flat feet.
Children love “confusing” objects so much, let them play in a real labyrinth, which will also serve as a massage mat.
Teach your child to guide toys through the labyrinth, and also play with him yourself, complicate the task by placing dangerous animals in the nooks and crannies of the labyrinth. So that the whole family can play, make it the size of the entire room. You can ask your husband for help!
For the smallest feet you can create a “gentle” rug.
You can scatter different sponges, washcloths, and foam cloths onto the base. Everything that any housewife can find.
Your gift will become a place of favorite games for your baby and his little guests!
If you are not the most talented seamstress, and you don’t have much time, this is not a reason to run to the store for a purchased orthopedic rug. Most often they imitate grass or pebbles, but walking on natural pebbles is much more pleasant, right?
Attention: stones can only be used that are flat, smooth and completely safe.
Do you have a lot of baby food caps, milk bottles, and soft drinks? Don't rush to throw them away!
Such a rug can rightfully be called orthopedic; walking on it is an excellent massage for the feet.
For the youngest children who are just starting to walk independently, massage is especially useful, but it must be gentle. Therefore, for filling we will use the smallest objects: buttons large and small, beads, zippers, everything, that is, in the arsenal of any needlewoman.
Attention! Small parts should be sewn well to the surface so that the baby cannot tear them off and swallow them. Let him play with them only under your supervision!
Every mother probably has old curlers at home; sew them onto thick fabric and you will get an excellent foot massager.
Walking on such a mat is good for relieving fatigue from your legs.
For older children, you can create a rug from different wooden sticks. These can be caramel or ice cream sticks, Japanese food sticks, and even small cubes. Glue them well to the base, make sure that the surface is smooth and does not leave splinters, or better yet, coat all wooden elements with varnish.
Finally, let’s share one more idea: use all of the above methods to create individual squares, let your carpet have a railway, and shreds, and curlers, and sponges, the baby will be delighted!
What else can you use to create an orthopedic mat? Or is store-bought better?
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The orthopedic puzzle mat for children with flat feet deserves positive reviews from doctors and parents - as a treatment and prevention. Orthopedic doctors recommend using such products from the first steps of a child to strengthen muscles, ligaments and the correct formation of the arch of a small foot. Massage products are easy to use, they do not require the time and effort of parents - children use them on their own.
Due to constant walking in shoes on a flat surface, the muscles of the feet do not receive adequate physical activity for the proper formation of their arch. As a result, the foot does not develop as nature intended and remains flat. A massage mat for flat feet for children compensates for this deficiency - using it every day for just 30-40 minutes can cure and prevent the development of flat feet in children.
The rugs come in different shapes - multi-colored puzzles can be assembled and disassembled in their own way each time, so children are enthusiastic about playing with them and doing the exercises themselves.
In order not to forget to use the medicinal product constantly, it is better to put it in a visible place where the child often visits: under the desk, in the bathroom or in the children's room near the crib.
When a child walks, tramples on a hard surface and performs exercises on it, this has a beneficial effect on the entire child’s body:
Note to parents!
In the warm season, you need to take advantage of every opportunity to walk and run barefoot on pebbles, sand, earth, grass - this strengthens and hardens the child’s body. Even a city lawn in a park is suitable.
Orthopedic mats have a hard textured surface and are made from materials of different hardness: plastic, processed stones, dense silicone, rubber, dense fabric.
In online stores and orthopedic salons you can buy mats and tracks of any size and hardness for the treatment and prevention of flat feet.
The price of the products is 800-2000 rubles.
The most popular are children's rugs, which cost 900-1200 rubles.
Almost all of them are made in Russia or China.
Most are of acceptable quality.
You can easily make a mat for flat feet for children with your own hands. It’s fun to make it together with your child - not only saves the family budget, but also a joint activity that guarantees a pleasant evening with the family.
Smooth pebbles, huge beads, wine and plastic corks, buttons of different sizes, ropes and cords, bags of buckwheat and beans, foam sponges for washing dishes, pieces of fabric of different textures are glued or sewn onto dense fabric - and now a high-quality massager for flat feet is ready. You can sew old squeaking rubber toys onto it - children will be delighted to step on them.
You can organize a competition for homemade massage mats and place them in different rooms.
Children enjoy exercising on an uneven, unusual surface; they quickly learn a simple set of exercises and modify them themselves:
A few recommendations that will make using a massage mat more effective and enjoyable:
Orthopedic mats are an inexpensive and effective means of relieving tension in the legs, preventing and treating flat feet in children. They do not require special skills or time costs. With regular use they have a pronounced effect.
Most parents begin to think about purchasing an orthopedic mat after the baby takes his first steps. You can make a massage mat for children with your own hands or find a ready-made version in a store - the medicinal properties of the product do not change. To prevent flat feet, foot massage should begin as early as possible. And if in the first months after birth parents can stretch their baby’s legs themselves, then with age there is a need to purchase a special massage mat for the legs. What is the use of this interesting device?
It is a well-known fact: on the feet of every person there are many biologically active points through which you can influence the entire body. Essentially, these points are reflexogenic zones - areas of accumulation of nerve cells. An orthopedic massage mat is a floor covering made of heterogeneous elements. When a child walks, reflexogenic zones are stimulated, resulting in the formation of a correct arch of the foot. To prevent foot diseases, you should start exercising as early as possible - from the first steps of your baby. In the first year of life, the baby’s musculoskeletal system is just beginning to develop, so correcting any damage at this age will not be too difficult.
Foot massage occurs using relief covering elements. With regular walking along the path, blood circulation in the lower extremities increases, the muscles of the lower leg are strengthened, and correct posture is formed. The protrusions of the mat stimulate the nerve endings, acting through them on all internal organs. It has been proven that such activities improve brain activity, as a result of which the baby develops faster than his peers.
An orthopedic mat can be used by any healthy child to prevent flat feet and stimulate the development of the nervous system. The bright and unusual coating will appeal to any child and will turn daily training into an exciting game. In addition, children's massage mats are recommended for use in the following conditions:
Do not use the mat if you have infectious diseases of the feet (including fungal infections). If there are wounds and deep scratches, exercises will also have to be postponed for some time.
If you have any doubts about using the mat, please consult your podiatrist.
First of all, pay attention to the size of the track. For a baby under 1 year of age, you can purchase a compact version, while an older child will need a large orthopedic massage mat. If your baby has already mastered the first steps, provide him with the opportunity not only to stand in one place, but also to walk on the surface, exploring all the relief elements.
A massage mat can be made from various materials. For kids, it is better to purchase a comfortable rubber runway. Safety and comfort are what you need for intensive activities with a child of the first year of life. After three years, silicone-based coatings can be used. Synthetic products will cost you a little less, but their quality will be significantly inferior to natural materials. For older children and teenagers, you can purchase a rug made of wood.
Most massage mats consist of heterogeneous sections. Elastic zones stimulate the foot, activating reflexogenic points. On soft areas, the leg can relax and rest. Recently, massage paths in the form of puzzles have become very popular. Your baby will be delighted with the opportunity to combine exercise with play, and you will be able to fully enjoy the contented look of your baby.
You can make a mat for the prevention of flat feet yourself at home. All you need is some sewing skills, imagination and the desire to create a useful device for your baby on your own. Thick fabric can be used as a base, onto which all kinds of relief elements are sewn. Large buttons, smooth stones, pebbles, chestnuts, grains, colored pencils, pieces of rope and any other items that you consider suitable for your creation are used. The main goal is to create a textured mat that your baby will be happy to stomp on at any time.
Take care of searching for elements for the massage mat in advance - this way you can collect more interesting relief details.
Instead of fabric, you can use a smooth board with beads and stones attached to it. This option does not require much time and effort and will also save your family budget.
Don't forget that exercise on the treadmill is a game that your baby should enjoy playing. When purchasing a massage mat for children, make sure that the covering is bright and interesting. Give your child the opportunity to independently explore a new element in the room and get used to it. Do not focus your child’s attention on the fact that he should exercise on the mat; let the child choose the time to walk along the path.
Training with kids starts from 3-5 minutes and gradually lengthens. Older children can be given complete freedom of action by first teaching them exercises to prevent flat feet. Adults can also train their feet on the mat in any free time. Such exercises will be especially useful when standing and during any intense load on the legs. Regular exercise will help avoid the development of varicose veins and other unpleasant diseases.
In the first days of getting used to the mat, it is enough to walk on it for 5-10 minutes. In the future, to prevent flat feet, it is recommended to perform the following exercises twice a day:
If your child is unable to complete an exercise on his own, you can help him. Take the child by the hands and support him while walking. When the baby masters the first simple exercises, you can move on to more complex options:
The older the child, the more complex exercises he can master. During classes, carefully monitor your baby. At the first signs of fatigue, training should be stopped so as not to perpetuate a negative perception of the orthopedic track.
If the massage mat is used for therapeutic purposes, the scope of exercises can be significantly expanded. An orthopedist can give precise recommendations during a personal consultation. You should not increase the load or add new exercises without your doctor’s permission.
Flat feet is a disease that is easier to prevent than to cure. By following the recommendations for choosing and using a massage mat, you will be able to keep your baby healthy for many years. Turn daily activities into an exciting game - and your child will not be able to resist the new entertainment.
Flat feet are an unpleasant disease that is easier to prevent than to treat.
Make sure that the baby’s arch and ankle are formed correctly, preferably from the moment the baby begins to take his first steps.
Both in this case, and if the child has already been diagnosed with flat feet, modern developments - orthopedic puzzle mats - will come to the aid of parents. We will tell you about them in more detail.
At first glance, mats for the prevention and treatment of flat feet are a fairly simple and uncomplicated design.
It is a floor covering with a raised protruding “pattern”.
A puzzle mat for flat feet is a modular design that consists of squares of equal size that fit together like a puzzle.
If we consider this invention of mankind in more detail, it will become clear that in terms of the degree of impact, the mat is in no way inferior to expensive massage procedures in an expensive clinic.
The protruding relief on the squares has a precise effect on important active points of the foot, which improves blood supply to the lower extremities, accelerates lymph flow, massages muscles and ligaments, and also helps the child learn to step on different parts of the foot, while maintaining body balance in space.
The rugs are made from multi-colored bright materials. The texture can be different - “Pine cones”, “Shells”, “Pebbles”, “Pebbles”, “Grass”, “Thorns” and so on.
The modular design makes it possible to combine different coatings in a wide variety of options - “Cones” with “Grass” or “Pebbles” with “Spikes”.
The number of options will depend on the number of modules - 2,4,6,8,12,16 or more if you want to create a larger treatment surface.
The effectiveness of such floor coverings has long been appreciated by orthopedic doctors. They see the results personally - before purchasing a mat and six months after that.
Mild forms of flat feet can be overcome fairly quickly. For more serious forms of the disease, orthopedic puzzles help as part of complex treatment.
All foot massage mats are divided into two main types:
Regardless of what type of mat you need - preventive or therapeutic - you should start choosing such a product by visiting an orthopedic doctor.
If there are no foot pathologies, then the doctor will tell you which mats are optimal for a given age and foot for preventive purposes.
If you have flat feet, then the doctor will not only suggest rug models, but will also prescribe very specific “drawings” of the relief. One child will benefit from only “Grass” or “Pebbles”, while another will benefit from only “Pine Cones” or “Thorns”.
Pay attention to the colors; it is important that the rug is not only useful, but also interesting for the baby. You should not choose textures that are too hard for a child under 3 years old, as walking on them will cause pain for the baby.
This will only scare the baby away.
You can order several modules with a soft texture to start classes, and several with a hard texture to gradually introduce these puzzles into the mat when your baby’s feet get used to walking on the new surface.
High-quality material is very important for the health of the child. The product must have certificates of quality and conformity. The modules should not emit a strong chemical odor, which may indicate a fake or low-quality material.
You should not take too few modules, because the mat should be of such an area that the child can not only stand on it, but also walk, run, sit, jump, and do gymnastics.
Modules can be purchased gradually, as needed, expanding and supplementing the mat with new elements.
Making a massage mat with your own hands is as easy as shelling pears. The most difficult thing is to find a large number of objects on which the child will have to walk and run.
To do this, craftsmen use large buttons, soda caps, large beans (beans, for example), as well as flat stones, which many bring from the sea “as a souvenir,” and chestnut fruits.
On the main piece of dense fabric, all these “riches” should be placed in sectors - soft materials should alternate with hard ones, large ones with small ones. Cereals and beans are sewn into linen bags and sewn onto the desired sector.
The buttons are simply sewn to the main fabric. It is advisable to pre-drill the stones so that they can be easily sewn. In general, a flight of fancy and a large number of different trinkets - and a unique exclusive rug is ready.
In addition, when making a mat with your own hands, it is difficult to take into account all the orthopedist’s recommendations for correcting gait or foot height. But for a preventative rug, self-sewn trinkets are quite enough.
Developmental and preventive Direct massage effect Different hardness of modules Choice of color solutions Modular and mobile Environmentally friendly Domestic production
Massage mats are separate modules that are connected to each other like a puzzle.
Due to the different texture and hardness of the surface, during classes on ORTO PUZZLE mats, all the necessary receptors in the child’s foot are stimulated, contributing to the formation of its physiological arches.
Prevention of flat feet in children; Foot massage; Relieving muscle fatigue.
Static insufficiency of the musculo-ligamentous apparatus of the foot in children (flat feet, planovalgus foot deformity), prevention of these conditions.
Mechanical damage to the skin on the sole of the foot; Diabetic foot syndrome; Ankle instability; For fungal infections of the foot, use the mat strictly individually.
One set of orthopedic massage mats is a set of multi-colored tiles of varying hardness and texture, which makes it possible to choose an individual covering, taking into account treatment and preventive needs and the size of the room for activities with the child.
All tiles fit perfectly together like puzzles. Due to the weight, tightness and characteristics of the PVC material, the tiles do not crawl on parquet, linoleum, boards or carpeting.
Kids love the bright colors of the massage surfaces, and the set of exercises, a description of which is included with each set, allows parents to conduct the most useful activities at home - without the extra expense of visiting special treatment groups.
All brands Orthodon ORTOPAZL
Orthopedic mats ORTO: we are treated by playing Orthopedic mats are a unique product developed by Russian orthopedic technologists for the purpose of preventing and treating flat feet in children and adults.
Therapeutic massage mats produced by the ORTODON company activate blood circulation, strengthen the ankle joint, train muscles and form the correct shape of the foot.
ORTO massage mats are a set of puzzle tiles of different colors and different hardness, which allows you to adjust the size and modification of the massage cloth. Kids like bright colors, and they happily join in the process of therapeutic play.
Each rug puzzle, size 25x25 or 30x30 cm, has a different surface that imitates natural reliefs: hard and soft stones, hard and soft grass, thorns, etc. Each surface is created for the prevention and treatment of certain pathologies.
Exercises on ORTO massage mats affect the reflexogenic zones of the feet of adults and children, relieve fatigue in the legs, and “work” on the correct formation of the arches of the child’s feet. Sets of ortho mats are affordable in price, packed in a hard box and convenient for transportation.
By purchasing a set of orthopedic mats and working with your child at home yourself, you save a lot of the family budget by avoiding visits to public treatment and prevention groups. Helps in training - a set of exercises developed by professional doctors.
An insert with exercises on orthopedic mats is included with each set. Our online store 4babymsk.ru sells only certified products. ORTHODON orthopedic mats are made of safe PVC material, have a non-slip structure, are easy to clean and can withstand repeated treatment with disinfectants.
Buying "ORTODON" ortho-mats is the best way to set up a massage room in a children's room.
You can buy Orthodon orthopedic mats inexpensively and at a competitive price in the online store 'Online store of children's goods'.
The store presents Orthodon Orthopedic mats with descriptions, as well as detailed technical specifications, photographs and reviews from visitors.
Details about the massage mat “Seabed” - massage-kovrik.ru
Mat size 70 x 50 cm
To increase the area of the massager, individual elements can be attached to each other.
Five types of surfaces provide an excellent sensorimotor effect when using the massager in combination.
Types of massage surface
Orthopedic massage mat “Seabed” surface “Shells”
Purpose: used for foot gymnastics.
The surface of the mat consists of a relief imitating Venus gallina shells of different sizes and is a massage surface with a soft therapeutic effect.
Orthopedic massage mat “Seabed” surface “Stars”
Purpose: used for the prevention and treatment of flat feet.
The surface of the mat consists of a relief that imitates the shells of the mollusk Nana neritea and the chitinous shell of starfish of real size; it is a massage surface with a deep therapeutic effect.
Size: 70x50 cm
Orthopedic massage mat “Seabed” surface “Corals”
Purpose: has a supinating rotational effect and is ideal for training the muscle tone of the feet in exercise therapy rooms and at home.
The surface of the mat consists of a relief that imitates two types of hard corals: the brain coral Diploria labyrinthiformus and the red coral Corallium rubrum framed by the shells of the mollusk Stellaria solaris and Lambis Chiragra on sea pebbles.
The mat is characterized by large height differences between the elements and a smaller support area, which increases the pressure on the contact points of the feet and enhances the massaging effect.
Orthopedic massage mat “Seabed” surface “Water World”
The relief surface of the rug imitates the silhouettes of sea animals - sharks, dolphins, whales, as well as turtles and fish against the background of a rocky bottom.
Walking on the “Water World” mat strengthens the arch of the foot, promotes the development of all muscles and improves coordination of movements.
Orthopedic massage mat “Seabed” surface “Seahorses”
Purpose: used for foot gymnastics. The relief surface of the rug imitates the silhouettes of seahorses against a background of sand, small stones and shells.
It is a basic type massage surface with a mild therapeutic effect.
Ideal for performing preparatory exercises and warming up muscles before exercises on mats with a more pronounced relief.
“Soft” and “deep” therapeutic effect of the seabed 365 days a year in your home!
All parents dream of seeing their children healthy and happy. Modern mothers and fathers are well aware of the enormous influence environmental factors have on the development of a small person.
Sunlight and warmth, fresh clean air, nutritious and varied nutrition, love and attention from adults - all this is the fertile soil on which not only physical, but also mental health grows.
Previously, people were closer to the earth, walked barefoot since childhood, and the natural effect on the bones, muscles, and skin of the foot led to the formation of a healthy organism. In modern society, a child experiences a serious lack of movement.
Restriction of natural mobility and insufficient physical activity have an extremely adverse effect on both the child’s health and the formation of his personality.
This problem is especially relevant for urban children who are forced to spend most of their time indoors.
The lack of physical activity will be compensated for by exercises with the help of special foot massagers “Seabed”.
What we get in the summer on a pebble beach, lawn, sand in its natural form, the elastic massage surface of the mat simulates artificially at home all year round.
As a result of regular exercise, massage of reflexogenic zones effectively affects the body as a whole, stimulates capillary blood flow, increases immunity, leads to an improvement in the functional state of the musculoskeletal system, increases skin-muscle tone, strengthens the muscles of the foot for the prevention and treatment of flat feet.
Designed and manufactured by the Perseus Orthopedic Center, which has a License of the Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare and Social Development No. 9908-000028 dated November 30, 2007 to carry out activities for the manufacture of prosthetic and orthopedic products.
The orthopedic mat “Seabed” is manufactured under the supervision of doctors from the Perseus OC in strict accordance with TU 9396-001-5866435-2008. Used as a children's massage mat for flat feet.
Childhood is an important period during which the foundations for the health of many body systems are laid.
But, if parents pay attention to various viral and infectious diseases, then less attention is paid to the health of the legs.
Meanwhile, such an omission can cause the development of flat feet - a rather dangerous deformation of the foot. At the initial stage, correctly selected orthopedic mats will allow you to cope with the detected deviation.
Walking on a massage mat
With flat feet, the musculoskeletal system is subjected to additional stress, which often leads to the development of chronic ailments. An adult, as a rule, understands the degree of danger.
But parents do not always pay enough attention to the timely diagnosis and prevention of flat feet in children.
But at this age, ordinary mats for the prevention of flat feet, available in almost any pharmacy, can often cope with it.
Flat feet, which may seem harmless at first glance, can seriously worsen a person’s quality of life. The result of the deviation is a violation of the shock absorption of the foot, which leads to a whole range of disorders.
The disease is considered one of the main causes of the development of scoliosis, arthrosis of the joints, and various diseases associated with increased load on the feet in particular and the musculoskeletal system in general.
Due to the high amount of cartilage and connective tissue, the fragile musculoskeletal system in children is capable of stretching and bending until the age of six.
Therefore, before reaching this age, it makes no sense to take measures to treat or prevent the disease.
Moreover, such measures can even harm the healthy legs of children under six years of age.
As a result of the constant pseudo-therapeutic bending effect on the foot, the cartilaginous structures of the feet can stretch and lengthen.
When ossification is complete, some metatarsals may become irregularly shaped due to the above actions.
The result is increased stress on the musculoskeletal system and associated diseases.
It is possible to diagnose actual flattening of the arch of the foot no earlier than the child turns six years old. Signs of flat feet in the feet of infants and newborns are not explained by pathology, but only by the presence of a fat pad on the foot.
Rug with colorful stones
An orthopedic mat for children against flat feet often becomes the first preventive remedy that is prescribed after diagnosis in childhood.
For many parents, it becomes a discovery that a design that is simple at first glance can somehow help cope with such a serious problem.
Usually they trust more in various gymnastic exercises against flat feet, preventive massage and similar medical techniques.
Meanwhile, mats that allow for the prevention and treatment of curvature of the arch are often a more effective and convenient means.
There is one important feature that is relevant for massage and medical gymnastics - the low efficiency of a single procedure.
Children as young as six years old do not realize the danger of flat feet and do not perform the exercises as diligently as required.
The massage is also carried out for a strictly measured time, and the load on the curved arch of the foot continues all day.
Homemade massage mat made from buttons
Special mats, developed as a preventive and therapeutic remedy for flat feet, are a much more complex product than it might seem at first glance.
It is not always possible to select a suitable rug on the spot on your own. Only together with an experienced doctor, after diagnosing the condition of the arch of the foot, can you choose the optimal mat option.
The reason is that there is no “one size fits all” option for treating all types of bowed feet. It is important to choose a rug that is most suitable for the child.
And this becomes possible only after a diagnosis is made and the condition of the foot is clarified at the time of visiting a doctor.
There are two main product options:
Before purchasing a massage mat you should:
If desired, you can make a rug yourself from available materials.
Cereals, pebbles, buttons, plastic lids and other similar materials that will not harm the baby’s feet are suitable for this.
By alternating hard and soft elements and attaching them to an ordinary piece of dense fabric of sufficient size, you can get a good analogue of orthopedic products.
To maintain and strengthen the health of children's feet and the normal arch of the foot, it is enough to spend about twenty minutes walking on a mat every day. The most effective option is considered to be an orthopedic puzzle.
It is a set of several rugs with different patterns, which significantly expands the range of product effectiveness. In addition, such products consist of alternating soft and hard squares.
Soft zones allow you to relax the tissues of the foot, and hard zones effectively prevent flat feet.
Prevention of foot diseases should be carried out in the form of a game. In this case, children willingly engage in daily activities, allowing them to eliminate the threat to their health. Options for exercises that need to be done to treat and prevent curvature of the arch of the foot are selected individually.
Due to the active development of the child, minor foot deformities can be corrected with the help of exercises. Health procedures that have only a temporary and localized effect on an adult can significantly affect the health of a child.
The idea of using massage orthopedic mats to prevent flat feet is not new. Rugs are widely used both in medical and pedagogical practice, and in the field of home physical development of children.
The orthopedic rug for children, shown in the photo, has a strongly textured surface and can consist of individual components - puzzles. The heterogeneous structure of the mat, due to its effect on sensitive points of the foot, creates a massage effect when walking on it.
In the production of orthopedic mats, a variety of materials are used that meet all kinds of safety requirements. Factory-made copies are most often made of rubber, silicone or high-quality plastic. Such products are easy to store, wash and combine when used.
The use of such a rug can be preventive and therapeutic.
At the stage of intensive development of the child’s body, this orthopedic device can prevent the occurrence and progression of flat feet.
Exercises on the mat have a beneficial effect on the child’s entire body and eliminate foot deformities, strengthening its ligaments and muscles.
Types of orthopedic mats
Orthopedic rugs for children are available in the form of a solid or multi-component fabric.
The second type consists of individual puzzle pieces that can be easily combined into a continuous path or rug.
The surface of each segment may differ in relief.
Massage elements of mats can have different sizes, hardness and shape of convexities:
He can also recommend the most suitable type of product, based on the characteristics of the disease and the age of the child.
The second item on the list of requirements when purchasing a rug is safety issues. The rug should not have a strong odor or low-quality, peeling paint.
Any irregularities that can damage delicate baby skin indicate a failure to meet health goals.
No less important requirements for orthopedic rugs for children are aesthetic and hygienic aspects. The device will be more useful and will be well received by the child if it has the following qualities:
Comprehensive treatment of flat feet is the main reason for purchasing a massage mat. The hard surface texture stimulates blood circulation and microcirculation in tissues. The principle of treatment and prevention is to perform special exercises on a massage mat:
Using a massage mat can have a restorative and hardening effect on the body.
At the moment when a child walks barefoot on a textured surface and performs simple exercises, the biologically active points of the foot, which are tied to certain organs, are stimulated.
The mat copes well with the problem of flat feet, especially if the pathology is identified at the initial stage of development. The cost of the product, depending on the size, starts at 300-400 rubles. Parents can purchase several puzzles, gradually purchasing elements and increasing the track.
Systematic exercises on a massage mat will help correct deformities and influence the harmonious formation of the arch of the foot and its muscle tissue.
The precise impact of the relief affects the leg, contracting its muscles and strengthening the entire ankle joint.
At the same time, pain and tension are relieved, blood circulation in the legs improves and there is a positive effect on the musculoskeletal system.
Thanks to the colorful design, exercises on orthopedic mats are interesting for children and do not require forced measures.
If the process is creatively diversified and imagination is used, the treatment procedure will turn into an exciting event.
The sets of exercises are not complicated; it is enough to run or walk on a textured surface for a few minutes a day.
Exercises for an orthopedic mat must be agreed upon with your doctor.
Exercises should be recommended by your doctor or consist of simple basic complexes - from simple to complex.
During the process, you need to monitor the child’s posture and his readiness to perform the elements. If signs of fatigue appear, it is better to reschedule classes. Starting position: hands on the belt, straight back.
The duration of the procedure is determined individually.
Your baby's foot is made up of bones connected by muscles. They help provide spring while moving, walking or running. Do not forget that a child’s foot comes in different shapes and sizes.
A competent and professional doctor will prescribe treatment for children with flat feet using a massage mat.
A method of elimination is prescribed so that the baby can subsequently walk correctly and in the future he will not develop ailments in this direction.
An orthopedic mat for children against flat feet is a unique way of prevention and treatment when primary signs of deformation of a child’s foot occur. Doctors recommend using the material on an ongoing basis, since exercises help stop the development of flat feet and restore the primary functions of the feet.
Deformation is a pathological process that is easier to prevent than to completely cure.
Therefore, orthopedists, together with pediatricians, identifying the primary development of the disease, prescribe preventive and therapeutic methods to cure flat feet.
Experts advise performing a number of exercises, and sometimes purchasing socks or insoles in specialized stores and buying a massage product that will help cure the baby of the ailment in question.
Children can assemble the product with their own hands, i.e.
not only to be treated, but also to develop: activity allows you to stimulate the functional functioning of the brain, which has a positive effect on memory and thinking in children.
A device for preventing and eliminating pathology is safe and comfortable, helps the baby’s health and development.
Features of the massage puzzle for treating flat feet:
Anti-flat foot mats for children have the same appearance except for the color scheme, but each one has a different feel depending on the needs of the children.
Features of the “seabed”:
Product with stones:
Massage mats have a wide range of effects, but pediatricians recommend using an orthopedic puzzle-shaped mat for prevention and therapy. The massage mat is used for preventive measures, regardless of the baby’s age.
In order to treat and prevent flat feet, orthopedists and pediatricians prescribe orthopedic mats for children, which have a beneficial effect on overall well-being and have a therapeutic effect.
The foot is massaged, which stimulates the circulatory system, improving blood circulation in the muscles and joints of the legs and the general well-being of the little patient.
The coverings allow you to evenly distribute the load on the child’s feet, promoting the normal formation of the arches of the feet - there is no need to treat flat feet by an orthopedist.
If the product correctly influences the nerve endings, you can speed up recovery in case of illness of one or another respiratory ailment, and also help improve the normal functioning of the immune system and bone formation.
Choosing a product for a small family member is the task of parents, therefore, when choosing an orthopedic mat for children for flat feet, they need to pay attention to the following factors:
However, do not worry, since an orthopedist or pediatrician will definitely help parents with advice.
Exercises should be done for fun and daily.
For schoolchildren, this product is placed under their feet while doing homework. Thus, blood circulation in the feet is normalized to avoid the development of flat feet.
To make a rug, use any available materials:
After the elements are sewn or glued onto the fabric base, the special healing item is ready.
Parents use combined massage mats to treat flat feet, made with their own hands.
Initially buboes are applied to one piece of fabric in several rows, then plastic caps, pebbles and other available elements.
The parts cannot be too hard, so the sensitivity of the baby’s skin should be taken into account, otherwise the long-awaited preventive measures for flat feet will not be beneficial. In no case should we forget about the use of environmentally friendly materials.