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Rootsie Grounding-barfotaskor
SEK 859.00
Reduces pain & inflammation
Relieves stress & balances cortisol levels
Wide toe box and zero-drop base
Heal your body with nature's electrons
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Ground yourself, from the very first walk
Grounding, or “earthing,” is not a new invention. It simply means creating a conductive connection to the Earth through natural surfaces such as grass, soil, sand or damp ground.
For most of human history, that contact happened naturally, but modern shoes unfortunately changed it. Their thick rubber and foam soles act like insulation—meaning that even while standing on grass, your body can remain separated from the Earth.
Rootsie solves this with GroundSense technology. Our footbed connects to a conductive pathway through the outsole, helping maintain contact with the Earth on suitable surfaces while your feet remain protected.
Early research has explored that grounding can reducestress and improve inflammation, circulation, sleep and recovery.
See the Grounding Connection in Action
As the demonstration shows, the same person stood on the same grass using the same meter. After switching to Rootsie, the body-voltage reading dropped from 3.14 V to just 0.01 V—near zero.
This allows your body to equalize with the Earth’s natural electrical potential! When you are not grounded, that connection remains blocked—meaning you may miss the potential benefits that could help you feel and function better every day.
Ordinary shoe
Rootsie
NOT GROUNDED
GROUNDED
Body Voltage: 3.14 V - High
Body Voltage: 0.01 V - Near Zero
Rubber sole blocks contact with the Earth
Conductive sole connects your body to the Earth
What the Science Says About Grounding
Grounding has been studied for years, and the findings are hard to ignore.
of participants recorded a significant reduction in inflammation, documented with infrared imaging.
Translation: the heat and swelling that build up in your feet all day start to fade instead of piling up.
of participants reported feeling significantly more relaxed while grounded.
Translation: less of that wired, drained, restless feeling by the end of the day.
of participants reported relief from foot and joint discomfort after regular grounding.
Translation: less morning heel pain. Less aching after a normal day on your feet.
of participants reported better sleep and waking up more energized.
Translation: you recover at night instead of waking up stiff and tired.
Based on Peer Reviewed Scientific Studies. Updated to 2023.
Three steps to a closed circuit with the Earth
Skin meets the conductive footbed
Your sole rests directly on the GroundSense footbed — no foam or textile insulating layer in between.
The sole of the foot has the body's highest sweat-gland density, which keeps skin contact resistance low.
A copper route crosses the sole
Conductive threads run from footbed to outsole, replacing the insulating EVA and rubber of a normal shoe.
Standard EVA and rubber soles measure in the giga-ohm range, blocking any electron transfer to the body.
The outsole closes the circuit
Step onto grass, soil, sand or damp concrete and your body equalises with the Earth's surface potential.
Grounding studies record a measurable fall in body voltage within seconds of contact with conductive ground.
Independent Clinician Evaluations
Clinicians can receive product samples and are never compensated to submit evaluations.
Dr. Marta Riniker
Foot & Ankle Health
Supports healthy circulation for people who sit all day
For patients who spend most of the day seated, a shoe that keeps a conductive path to the ground may be a simple way to support healthy blood flow. Grounding research indicates red blood cells repel each other more effectively when the body is at earth potential, which suggests less clumping and easier delivery of oxygen and nutrients.
Circulatory healthDaytime groundingStress responseSix benefits. No complicated footwear language.
Discover what makes Rootsie Grounding Shoes different—from natural comfort and freedom of movement to a closer connection with the ground beneath your feet.
More room for toes
Narrow shoes squeeze your toes together, leaving your feet feeling restricted and uncomfortable after hours of walking.
Rootsie features a wide toe box that gives your toes room to spread naturally, allowing greater freedom of movement and all-day comfort.
“My toes finally have room to breathe! I can wear these all day without feeling squeezed.”
Dominic R.
More room for toes
Narrow shoes squeeze your toes together, leaving your feet feeling restricted and uncomfortable after hours of walking.
Rootsie features a wide toe box that gives your toes room to spread naturally, allowing greater freedom of movement and all-day comfort.
“My toes finally have room to breathe! I can wear these all day without feeling squeezed.”
Dominic R.
Questions before you reconnect.
Find answers to common questions about our Rootsie Grounding Barefoot Shoes, from how they work to how they fit into your everyday routine.
Grounding, also known as earthing, is the practice of making direct electrical contact with the Earth’s surface. GroundSense technology uses a built-in conductive pathway in the shoe’s sole, designed to help maintain that connection while you walk on conductive surfaces like grass, soil, or sand. Unlike traditional barefoot shoes, GroundSense combines natural foot movement with grounding technology—no cords or separate mats needed.
Grounding works best on naturally conductive surfaces like grass, soil, sand, and wet earth. Damp concrete may also allow grounding, while asphalt, rubber, wood, and sealed or painted surfaces generally block the connection. For the best experience with GroundSense shoes, walk on natural, conductive surfaces.
Regular socks may reduce conductivity, especially when dry. For the best grounding connection, wearing GroundSense shoes barefoot or with conductive socks is recommended. Grounding also depends on the surface beneath your feet. Most indoor flooring, such as wood, vinyl, and tile, does not provide a reliable connection to the Earth. GroundSense shoes are designed to work best outdoors on naturally conductive surfaces like grass, soil, and sand.
No. Rootsie Grounding Barefoot Shoes are not a medical treatment or cure for neuropathy, arthritis, or any other health condition. They are designed to support natural foot movement with a wide toe box, flexible sole, and grounding technology. While some people may find them comfortable for everyday wear, individual experiences vary. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice or treatment.
GroundSense can be tested using a multimeter to measure electrical resistance and check conductivity. By placing one probe on the shoe’s inner conductive contact point and the other on the outsole’s grounding contact point, we can verify whether a continuous conductive pathway exists through the sole.
To find your perfect fit, check our Size Chart & Guide located just above the Add to Cart button. We recommend measuring your feet and comparing the measurements with our size chart before placing your order.