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TMX Meta Foot Trigger & bellicon – Together Against Foot Pain

Foot pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages. Common causes include conditions such as plantar fasciitis, hallux valgus, and pes cavus, which can significantly impact daily life. Effective treatment is crucial for relieving pain and restoring mobility. The TMX Meta Foot Trigger and the bellicon offer an innovative way for self-treatment by targeting trigger points, mobilizing foot muscles, and support with gentle exercise. In this article, you will learn how they can be used to treat foot pain, especially plantar fasciitis and hallux valgus.

The TMX Meta Foot Trigger is an Effective Tool for Various Foot Conditions.

The trigger, specifically designed to treat foot pain, helps release trigger points through targeted pressure, reduces tension, and improves foot mobility. When using the TMX Meta Foot Trigger, the pressure can be adjusted to meet individual needs, allowing the user to decide how intense the self-treatment should be.

With its three intensity levels, the TMX Meta can be used for both trigger point therapy and foot mobilization. This combination makes it an ideal tool for relieving potential discomfort caused by plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and hallux valgus. Even small movements and adjustments in the tool’s positioning can enhance the effectiveness of the treatment and reach the deeper fascia layers.

The TMX Meta Three-Step Method.

The application of the TMX Meta Foot Trigger follows the so-called three-step method: Triggering, Mobilizing, and Stretching. This method combines trigger point therapy with mobilization exercises and stretches to achieve the best possible results.

Triggering: The TMX Meta Foot Trigger is placed on the floor, and the affected foot is positioned on the tool. By applying light to moderate pressure on the pain points, tension is relieved. It is important to breathe calmly and to slowly increase the pressure until the initial pain subsides.
Mobilisieren: After about a minute, mobilization begins, during which the leg and foot placed on the TMX Meta are lightly moved. This helps loosen the fascia and promote blood circulation.
Stretching: Finally, the foot sole is stretched for about two minutes to increase flexibility and relax the muscles. Regular stretching outside of treatments can further improve results.

Plantar Fasciitis – Causes and Treatment.

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It occurs due to overuse or overstretching of the plantar fascia, which runs along the sole of the foot from the toes to the heel. This condition leads to inflammation and can cause severe pain, especially after periods of rest or in the morning.

In addition to the plantar fascia, other muscles can also be affected:

The Musculus flexor digitorum brevis runs along the sole of the foot and helps flex the toes.
The Musculus abductor hallucis supports the movement of the big toe and plays an important role in stabilizing the arch of the foot.
The Musculus quadratus plantae also contributes to toe flexion and can become overworked in cases of plantar fasciitis.
The Musculus gastrocnemius form the calf muscles. These can be indirectly affected, as tightness in these muscles can add extra strain to the plantar fascia. By targeting these muscles, as well as the plantar fascia, symptoms of plantar fasciitis can be effectively relieved, for example with the TMX Trigger Original.

Typical symptoms of plantar fasciitis include heel pain, tightness in the sole of the foot, as well as swelling and redness. Treating this condition requires patience and a combination of different approaches, including rest, stretching exercises, and trigger point therapy.

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment with the TMX Meta Foot Trigger and bellicon.

The TMX Meta Foot Trigger works directly on the tense areas of the plantar fascia. Regular triggering, followed by stretching and activation of the foot sole, can reduce inflammation and effectively relieve pain in the long term.

Trigger Point Therapy: Place the affected foot on the Meta Foot Trigger and apply pressure to the painful areas. Hold this pressure for about 1-2 minutes.
Stretch Exercise I: Place your foot flat on the ground, then slowly lift your heel so that your toes remain on the ground. You will feel a stretch in the sole of your foot.
Stretch Exercise II: Stretch the calf of the affected leg. Both feet should be parallel, pointing forward. Now shift your body weight onto the front leg and press the heel of the back (affected) leg towards the ground. Now extend the back leg until you feel a stretch in the calf.
bellicon Training: Gentle bouncing exercises improve blood circulation in the feet, promoting healing of the plantar fascia. Additionally, the training strengthens the foot and calf muscles and relieves the fascia, promoting mobility and reducing pain.

Hallux Valgus – Causes and Treatment.

Woman training on the bellicon and doing hallux valgus exercises.

Hallux valgus, often referred to as a bunion, is a deformity of the big toe joint, where the big toe deviates towards the other toes. This misalignment often leads to pain, swelling, and reduced mobility. Causes of hallux valgus can include genetic predisposition, improper footwear, or overuse.

Improving Hallux Valgus with the TMX Meta Foot Trigger & bellicon.

Self-treatment of hallux valgus with the Meta Foot Trigger focuses on releasing tension in the arch of the foot and improving flexibility. Targeted triggering followed by stretching can relieve symptoms and promote mobility.

Trigger Point Therapy: Position the foot on the Meta Foot Trigger and target the tense areas around the big toe joint and the sole of the foot.
Stretching the Big Toe: Place the foot on the ball of the foot and stretch the toes upwards to stretch the tissue around the big toe joint.
Exercises on the bellicon: For hallux valgus, exercises on the bellicon can help mobilize the toe joints and strengthen the foot muscles, positively influencing the misalignment of the hallux valgus. The training can also help improve balance and reduce stress on the affected areas.

Pes Cavus – Causes and Treatment.

Pes cavus, also known as high arches, is characterized by an excessive arch in the foot. This misalignment can lead to instability, pain, and deformities. Causes of pes cavus are often neurological disorders or muscle imbalances.

Self-Treatment with the TMX Meta Foot Trigger and bellicon.

Treatment of pes cavus with the TMX Meta focuses on relaxing overworked fascia and improving gait. Regular trigger point therapy and mobilization exercises can relieve pain and improve foot stability.

Triggering the Tense Areas: Trigger the areas at the ball of the foot or the heel that are strained by the misalignment.
Stretching the Arch of the Foot: Perform stretching exercises to reduce tension in the arch and increase flexibility.
Support through bellicon: For pes cavus, the bellicon can help stabilize the excessive arch by gently strengthening the foot muscles. The training promotes flexibility in the foot and reduces tension in the deep fascia layers.

Pes Cavus Exercises: A woman doing exercises against pes cavus.

Conclusion.

The TMX Meta Foot Trigger offers an effective solution for treating foot pain caused by conditions such as plantar fasciitis, hallux valgus, and pes cavus. By combining trigger point therapy, mobilization, and stretching, deep fascia can be loosened, and foot mobility improved. Complemented by gentle training with the bellicon, users can actively support their foot health, boost overall fitness, and return to a pain-free life.