The operator faces the patient. The movements are the same as on the arm ; some difference is made in the mode of application to suit the shape of the limb. The toes do not admit of so much work as the fingers.

1. Each one is taken between the thumb and index-finger; the thumb strokes upwards on the top, while the fingers make the reverse movement underneath. The first joints are kneaded separately between thumb and finger.

2.  The ends of the toes are rubbed the same as the fingers.

3.  Joints are flexed and extended, first row also rotated.

4.  Dorsum of foot. Friction and effleurage between metatarsal bones.

5. .Sole of foot. Kneading with palm of hand, fingers fixed on the outer side, back of the foot supported with the other hand. The movement is more circular than on the hand, owing to the shape of the foot ; the palm fits well into the arch. This movement is useful in treatment of flat foot. The right hand is used for the right foot, the left for the left foot.

6.   The foot is taken between the two hands, both thumbs are on the inside, rapid to and fro movements are made lengthwise.

7.   Effleurage on each side of foot from toe to heel, passing under ankle-bone, and up each side of tendo Achillis.