Your feet contain an extra layer of skin; read more in today’s short post.
Your skin consists of three main various layers, namely the hypodermis, which is the innermost fatty layer, the dermis which is the middle layer, and the epidermis which is the outer layer. The epidermis consists of various layers from the Stratum Basale as the deepest layer, Stratum Spinosum, Stratum Granulosum, Stratum Lucidum, and the Stratum Corneum is the superficial layer.
It is interesting that the Stratum Lucidum, a thin layer of clear consisting of dead skin cells from the stratum granulosum, is only present in thick, hairless skin like the soles of your feet, and the palms of your hands. In the rest of the body, the skin is thinner, and it appears that this layer is integrated into the Stratum Granulosum without forming a separate layer as in the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands. The Stratum Lucidum reduces friction in the skin, which is needed in the feet that are responsible for walking, and the hands that are responsible for doing some hard labour at times. It also makes the skin elastic and waterproof.
The foot is an amazing body part that carries your weight throughout the day, including additional shock absorption when you are involved in more strenuous activities like running, dancing, hiking, and so forth. The feet have been designed to handle your mobility.
As a Therapeutic Reflexologist, I believe in spoiling your feet with the that carries you around all day, with good quality therapeutic reflexology that includes foot massaging; giving back to your feet what they give you every day.
Make your appointment today to spoil your feet!
References:
Marieb, E.N. (2012) Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. 10th Edition. San Francisco, CA: Pearson.
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Christo A. Scheepers: Therapeutic Reflexologist
Dip.T.R.(Cum Laude) [IARAMT]
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