Plantra Acupressure Slippers
Tired, aching feet feel light again after ten minutes a day, just by walking around your home.
Research-Backed Method
Stone-path walking and foot reflexology have been studied in published trials.
See what the research found
The stone walking paths from parks across Asia, made into slippers. Plantra Slippers have rows of rounded massage nubs that press into your soles with every step, so you can loosen tight arches and unwind while you make coffee, work or walk around the house.
- Ten minutes a day
- Massage nubs under every step
- Nothing to plug in or set up
- White or brown, sizes S to XL
- 60-day returns and a 1-year warranty
- Ships within 1-2 business days, free from $99
- Secure checkout
Talk to your doctor first if you are pregnant or have diabetes, neuropathy or foot wounds. See the FAQ below.
Try Plantra Slippers at home for 60 days.
If it doesn't become part of your routine, email us within 60 days of delivery to start a return.
"I wear them every morning while the coffee brews."
I'm a nurse and my feet are sore after every shift. I put these on when I get home and walk around the kitchen for ten minutes. The first two days they stung, now my feet feel warm and light afterwards.
Maria T.
Read moreWHERE IT COMES FROM
Inspired by the stone paths in Asian parks
If you have seen people walking barefoot on stones in a park in Asia, this is where Plantra Slippers come from.
Walk through a park in Taipei, Hong Kong or Beijing early in the morning and you will see older people walking barefoot along paths of rounded river stones. They go slowly, heel to toe, for a few minutes, and many of them have done it every morning for years.
The stones press into your whole sole as you walk, a bit like a foot massage you give yourself. Plantra Slippers put those rounded points under your feet, so the massage happens while you walk around your home, whatever the weather.
Where you'll find them
- China
- Taiwan
- Hong Kong
- Japan
- Singapore
What happened when researchers tested it
In a 16-week study in Oregon, 108 adults aged 60 to 92 either walked on cobblestone mats or walked normally. The stone walkers improved more in:
- Balance
- Standing up from a chair
- Walking pace
- Blood pressure
Li et al., Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 2005. Supervised one-hour sessions, three times a week.
HOW PLANTRA SLIPPERS WORK
Press every point on your soles while you walk.
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01
Press
Rows of rounded nubs press into the soles of your feet with every step, like walking barefoot on a pebble path.
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02
Loosen
Each step rolls your weight from heel to toe over the nubs, working the arch and the heel, the spots that hurt most after a day of standing.
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03
Unwind
Ten minutes of walking around the house gets your feet moving again and gives you a calm moment to switch off after a long day.
HOW PLANTRA SLIPPERS ARE DIFFERENT
Relief you can use every day.
See how Plantra Slippers compare with the usual ways people try to fix tired feet.
Swipe to compare
| Compare | Plantra Slippers | Foot massage session | Electric foot massager |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works the whole sole | Nubs from heel to toe | Yes, by hand | Mostly vibration |
| Use it every day | Wear them around the house | Usually once a month | Yes, at home |
| Getting started | Slip them on and walk | Booking and travel | Plug in and sit down |
| Cost | $69, one time | $60-90 an hour | $120 and up |
| Fits your routine | Cook, work or relax in them | Booking and travel | Sit still while it runs |
| Ten minutes a day |
Comparison reflects typical options and prices. Individual results vary.
HOW TO USE IT
Three steps, ten minutes
1 Adjust the strap
Open the strap, slip your foot in and close it so the slipper sits snug without pinching.
2 Slip them on
Start with five minutes. Wear thin socks the first few days if the nubs feel sharp.
3 Walk around the house
Wear them while you brush your teeth, make coffee or tidy up, ten minutes a day.
YOUR ROUTINE
How your routine builds over the first month
A simple plan so your feet can get used to the nubs.
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1DAY
Start gently
The nubs feel intense for the first minute or two. Wear thin socks and go slowly. When you take them off your feet feel warm and light.
In socks · 5 min -
3-7DAYS
Get used to it
Your soles get used to the pressure, so you can wear them longer and try them barefoot.
Barefoot · 5-10 min · daily -
2-3WEEKS
Make it a habit
Put them on at the same time every day, with your morning coffee or after work, so it becomes part of your routine.
10 min · daily -
4+WEEKS
Keep it going
Keep them where you will see them, by the bed or under your desk. Ten minutes a day keeps your feet feeling looked after.
10-15 min · most days
Individual experiences vary. Plantra Slippers are a wellness product and are not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition.
PUBLISHED RESEARCH
What research says about pressing the soles
Researchers have studied stone-path walking and foot reflexology. These studies did not test Plantra Slippers.
In parks across Asia, people walk barefoot on stone paths every morning. Researchers in Oregon wanted to know whether a cobblestone mat could bring that habit indoors.
Oregon Research Institute, 2005
What the research found
Better balance and lower blood pressure
16-week randomized trial, 108 adults aged 60 to 92
Older adults who walked on cobblestone mats improved their balance and physical function and lowered their blood pressure more than a group that did regular walking.
Li, Fisher and Harmer · Journal of the American Geriatrics Society · 2005
View published studyBetter sleep and less anxiety
Meta-analysis of 26 randomized trials, 2,366 adults
Across the trials, foot reflexology improved sleep quality and eased anxiety and depression compared with control groups.
Wang et al. · Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · 2020
View published studyMore time, more benefit
From the same 2020 analysis
More total reflexology time was linked with better sleep quality, so a short daily routine is a sensible way to use it.
Wang et al. · Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · 2020
View published studyThese studies looked at cobblestone mat walking and foot reflexology sessions, not at Plantra Slippers. Results vary from person to person.
TRY IT AT HOME
Try Plantra Slippers at home for 60 days.
Give your feet time to feel the difference.
Wear Plantra Slippers in your own home. If they aren't right for you, start a return within 60 days of delivery.
Every pair also comes with a 1-year warranty.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP
Questions? Let us help you.
Our team is here for you. Email us any time at support@wellandhale.com.
Contact usDoes it hurt?
The first minute or two can feel sharp, especially if your feet spend all day in shoes. That is normal and it fades within a few days. Start with thin socks, then go barefoot once it feels good.
How long should I wear them?
Start with five minutes a day and build up to ten or fifteen. Short daily sessions work better than wearing them all day from the start.
Which size should I pick?
S fits US women 6-7, M fits 8-9, L fits 10-11 and XL fits US men 10-12. The strap adjusts, and if you are between two sizes, pick the larger one. Tap "Size guide" next to the size menu for the full chart.
Which colour should I pick?
Both are the same black slipper with the same strap, sizes and number of massage nubs, so it only comes down to the look. White has white nubs, and brown has brown nubs. Both have a few red ones.
Will it help my plantar fasciitis?
Many people with heel and arch pain wear acupressure slippers every day because the nubs work the arch and the heel. Start gently with socks, and if your pain is severe, check with your doctor first.
What's the difference between the two sets?
The Relax Set is a pair of acupressure massage slippers with the free guides. The Full Relief Kit adds the 175 cm Plantra walking path, so you can also do a longer session on the stones.
Who should not use Plantra Slippers?
If you are pregnant or have diabetes, neuropathy, an open wound on your feet or a circulation condition, ask your doctor before using any acupressure product.
How do I clean them?
Wipe them with a damp cloth and a little mild soap, then let them air dry. The nubs can be taken out if you want to clean underneath. Please don't put them in the washing machine.
How does the 60-day return work?
Email support@wellandhale.com within 60 days of delivery and we will send you the return address and instructions. You can read the full details in our refund policy.
How long does shipping take?
Orders are processed within 1 to 2 business days and arrive in 5 to 11 business days. Shipping is $3.99, and free on orders from $99.
Customer Reviews
Sample reviews for layout preview. Replace with real customer reviews before launch.4.8 out of 5
Based on 2,100 reviews
Most Helpful
Maria T.
My feet don't throb after work anymore
I'm a nurse and I'm on my feet for twelve hours. Ten minutes in these when I get home and the throbbing is gone. They stung the first two days, now I look forward to putting them on.
214 found this helpful
Greg P.
Morning stiffness is a lot better
My heels used to hurt for the first few steps every morning. I put these on while the coffee brews and my first steps feel easier now.
167 found this helpful
Sandra L.
Sharp at first, worth sticking with
I almost gave up on day one because it felt like walking on Lego. Socks for a week fixed that. Now I wear them barefoot and they feel great. Four stars only because they are a bit noisy on tiles.
121 found this helpful
Denise R.
The whole family wants a pair
My husband was skeptical and now he wears mine every night while the TV is on. I ordered a second pair.
98 found this helpful
Tom W.
Better than my electric massager
My electric foot massager sits in the closet now. I can wear these while I do things, there's nothing to plug in, and they actually reach the arch.
76 found this helpful
Karen M.
Nice way to wind down
I wear them before bed while I tidy up and listen to a podcast. It's become a little ritual that tells me the day is done.
54 found this helpful
Luis G.
Great after warehouse shifts
Ten hours on concrete and my feet feel like bricks. A few minutes in these and they wake back up.
41 found this helpful
Pat H.
Glad I got the path too
Got the Full Relief Kit. The slippers are my morning routine and the path is my after-dinner one.
29 found this helpful
Plantra Slippers are a wellness product and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Experiences vary from person to person. If you are pregnant, have diabetes, neuropathy or poor circulation in your feet, talk to your doctor before use.
Plantra Acupressure Slippers
$69.00