Foot scrubbing and massaging assembly

Abstract

A foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in a bathing facility includes a base member including a front face and a peripheral edge, a socket located in the front face of the base member, and a drainage channel located in the base member. The drainage channel includes a first end terminating at and communicating with the socket and a second end terminating at the peripheral edge. The foot scrubbing and massaging assembly further includes a foot pad selectively received by the socket, the foot pad including a front side and a back side, the front side of the foot pad including a working surface. A plurality of suction members is disposed along the back face of the base member for removably securing the base member to a facility surface within the associated bathing facility.

Description

The present application claims priority to provisional Application Serial No. 60/703,768 filed on Jul. 28, 2005.

BACKGROUND

The present invention relates to the field of foot care devices. It finds particular application in conjunction with scrubbing and massaging devices for use in or around a bathing facility.

Foot scrubbing devices for use in a bathing or washing facility have been known to provide a convenient method for a user or bather to cleanse or massage their feet while bathing or washing in a tub or shower. However, the prior art foot care devices suffer from a number of disadvantages.

One disadvantage involves the fact that the user is usually limited to one type of scrubbing, cleansing or massaging surface. In some cases, the scrubbing surface may be removed from the foot scrubber for replacement with a different style surface. However, the process of interchanging or swapping foot care surfaces is time consuming, tedious, and inconvenient.

Another disadvantage with prior art foot care devices is that they can not be effectively used or mounted to a vertical surface of the bathing facility so as to allow the user to scrub or massage their feet while laying or sitting in the tub. Still yet another disadvantage with prior foot care devices is that they do not provide proper drainage of the scrubbing or massaging surface and underlying support structures. This is particularly the case if the user should desire to mount the foot scrubbing device along the generally vertical surface of the bath tub or bathing facility.

Accordingly, it is desirable to develop a new and improved foot care device which would overcome the foregoing deficiencies and others while meeting the above stated needs and providing better and more advantageous results.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

According to one aspect of the present invention, a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in a bathing facility includes a base member including a front face and a peripheral edge, a socket located in the front face of the base member, and a drainage channel located in the base member. The drainage channel includes a first end terminating at and communicating with the socket and a second end terminating at the peripheral edge. The foot scrubbing and massaging assembly further includes a foot pad selectively received by the socket, the foot pad including a front side and a back side, the front side of the foot pad including a working surface. And, the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly includes a plurality of suction members disposed along the back face of the base member for removably securing the base member to a facility surface within the associated bathing facility.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a combination foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in an associated bathing facility, the assembly includes a base member, a plurality of receptacles disposed in the base member, and a plurality of foot pads selectively received in a respective one of the plurality of receptacles. Wherein the plurality of receptacles are spaced from one another, and are located on a face of the base member. The assembly further includes a mat detachably connected to an edge of the base member.

According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a combination foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in an associated bathing facility includes a base member, a plurality of receptacles disposed in the base member, and a plurality of interchangeable foot pads each selectively received in a respective one of the plurality of receptacles. Wherein the plurality of receptacles are spaced from one another, and are located on a face of the base member. And, the assembly further includes a toe brush mounted to the base member and extending away from the face of the base member.

Other benefits and advantages of the invention will become apparent to those of average skill in the art upon a reading of the following detailed specification.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention may take form in certain structures and components, several embodiments of which will be described in detail in this specification and illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the drawings:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged front elevational view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating a plurality of drainage channels.

FIG. 3 is an enlarged top view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating a base member having various textured foot pads one of which is shown as partially removed.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating various additional textured foot pads, as well as a pair of brackets and a cord for hanging the assembly.

FIG. 5 is a reduced perspective view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 1 attached to a vertical surface of a bathing facility.

FIG. 6 is a reduced perspective view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 1 attached to a horizontal surface of a bathing facility illustrating the use of the assembly by an individual while taking a shower.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly according to the present invention.

FIG. 8 is an enlarged side view of a portion of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 7, illustrating a toe brush having an upright use position and a folded down storage position.

FIG. 9 is an enlarged perspective view, partially broken away, of a hybrid soap bar and brush insert of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 7.

FIG. 10 is an enlarged perspective view of a rear face of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 7, illustrating a plurality of suction members and drainage slits in addition to a detachable mat that may be secured to the base member of the assembly.

FIG. 11 is an enlarged cross section view of the base member of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 7, illustrating the connection between the base member and mat.

FIG. 12 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the present invention, illustrating an alternate toe brush design.

FIG. 13 is an enlarged exploded perspective view, partially broken away, of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 12, illustrating various textured foot pads in addition to the toe brush.

FIG. 14 is a rear perspective view of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 12, illustrating a rear face having a plurality of suction members and drainage slits in addition to an alternate detachable mat design.

FIG. 15 is an enlarged perspective view of a hybrid soap bar and brush insert of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly of FIG. 13.

FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a fourth embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the present invention, illustrating an alternate toe brush design.

FIG. 17 is a perspective view of a hybrid soap bar brush insert of a fifth embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the present invention.

FIG. 18 is a perspective view of a hybrid soap bar and toe brush insert of a sixth embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

With reference to FIGS. 1-4, a first embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 100 is shown. The assembly 100 generally includes a base member 102 having one or more sockets 104 (FIG. 3) disposed therein, and one or more foot pads 106 that may be selectively received by the sockets 104. The base member 102 includes a front face 108, a rear face 110 (FIG. 2), and a peripheral edge 112. The peripheral edge may be further characterized by having a top edge 112a (FIG. 4), a bottom edge 112b and a pair of side edges 112c. With reference now to FIG. 4, along the top edge 112a of the base member 102, one or more slots 114 may be formed into the base member 102 for receiving one or more brackets 116. A cord 118 may be securely attached to brackets 116 such that the assembly 100 may be suspended from a hook in or about a bathing facility. Suspending the assembly 100 in this manner provides a convenient method of storing the assembly 100 as well as additional support for the assembly if the user intends to mount the assembly 100 on a vertical surface.

Along the bottom edge 112b of the base member 102, one or more drainage channels 120 may be located to provide a method for draining fluids that may accumulate within the socket 104 during use. Similar drainage channels, not illustrated, may also be formed at spaced intervals along the peripheral edge 112 and or along the rear face 110 of the assembly 100 for additional drainage. Adequate drainage is useful in order to prevent bacteria and fungal growth and as well as to reduce the accumulation of water stains and sediments. With reference now to FIG. 2, a plurality of suction members 122 (e.g. suction cups) are disposed on the rear face 110 of the base member 102 to provide a removable method of securing the assembly 100 to a relatively flat and smooth surface, such as a floor of a bathtub or shower or the vertical wall surface of the bathing facility. Although the first embodiment of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 100 employs the use of suction cup type members, the assembly 100 could be attached to a surface using any conventionally known temporary or permanent method, such as by using an adhesive, threaded fastener, double sided mounting tape, hook and loop fabric, etc. Furthermore, a rubber or latex non-slip mat may be provided along the rear face 110 of the assembly 100 such that the assembly may be used on a flat horizontal surface (or a vertical surface in conjunction with the hanging cord 118) without skidding or slipping during use.

As illustrated in FIG. 2, the assembly 100 may include a variety of foot pads 106 having various textures or working surfaces to allow the user to achieve both cleansing and massaging type effects; For example, a heavy brush foot pad 106a including dense tufts of stiff-type bristles allows for a deeper skin cleansing. In addition, an exfoliating foot pad 106b located in the middle of the assembly 100 is of a pumice stone or a similar aggregate type structure which provides an abrasive action for treating thick necrotic skin and or calluses, etc. Furthermore, a light brush foot pad 106c or a medium brush foot pad 106d (FIG. 4) provide slightly softer and less dense bristles for achieving a gentler cleaning action of the user's foot as compared to the heavy brush foot pad 106a. As illustrated in FIG. 4, the foot pads 106 may also have various textures taking on alternate forms, such as a massaging bump footpad 106e, a sponge footpad 106f, a loofah footpad, and or a massaging roller footpad 106g having a plurality of rollers. It should be noted that the rollers of the massaging roller footpad 106g may be fixed or ridged such that a working surface of the massaging roller footpad 106g resembles that of a traditional wash board. Furthermore, the rollers of the massaging roller foot pad 106g could be segmented such that along one longitudinal axis (or axis of rotation) of a given roller, the various segmented portions could rotate in opposite directions. Further still, the rollers could be replaced by a series of rotatable round or bead shaped elements. Yet, other footpads may include any combination of the aforementioned textures or working surfaces. The assembly 100, as configured in FIG. 4, offers the distinct advantage of simultaneous cleansing and massaging effects during use, all within the same assembly.

It should be noted that the foot pads 106 of the assembly 100 are interchangeable. In other words, since the foot pads 106 are of a similar geometry, they may be interchanged with different texture foot pads or existing foot pads may be placed in a different order. Also, multiple foot pads of the same type may be placed in a consecutive fashion to provide a greater working surface area of the same texture, if a user so desires. Thus, the assembly can be provided with more foot pads then there are sockets in order to allow a user to customize the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly, according to the user's wishes. The foot pads 106 of the assembly 100 are snuggly held in place by a slight interference fit created between the socket 104 of the base member 102 and the foot pad 106. The foot pads may be constructed having a semi-flexible base portion (see pad 106c in FIG. 3) that allow the foot pad to deflect or compress as it is pressed into place in the socket 104. Conversely, the base member 102 could also be constructed so as to deflect about a foot pad having a relatively more rigid base portion. To this end, both the foot pad bases and the base member can be made of conventional resilient materials, such as various known types of rubbers or plastics.

Now with reference to FIG. 5, the assembly 100 is shown secured to a vertical surface A of a bathing facility B. As illustrated, the user may cleanse their feet C while lying back in a tub D of the bathing facility B by raising their feet C and applying pressure against the foot pads 106 of the assembly 100. With reference to FIG. 6, the first embodiment of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 100 is shown secured to a flat horizontal surface E of the tub D of the bathing facility B. In this configuration, the user may cleanse and massage their feet C while standing upright in the tub D of the bathing facility B, as for example, while taking a shower. Once the user has finished cleansing and massaging their feet, they may detach the assembly 100 by firmly pulling on the base to detach the suction members from the vertical or horizontal surface of the bathing facility B. At this point, the user may store or hang the assembly 100 using the cord 118 described with reference to FIG. 4.

With reference now to FIG. 7, a second embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 200 is shown. The assembly 200 generally includes a base member 202, one or more sockets or receptacles 204 defined therein, and one or more interchangeable foot pads 206. In addition, a rear face 210 (FIG. 10) of the base member 202 includes a plurality of suction members 222 (FIG. 10) as before. However, unlike the pressure fit used in the first embodiment, the foot pads 206 of the second embodiment are snappingly engaged into the sockets 204 along a front face 208 of the base member 202. The second embodiment of the assembly 200 departs from the first embodiment in a number of other respects also. First, a peripheral edge 212 includes a top edge 212a, a bottom edge 212b and a pair of side edges 212c, all of which include a plurality of drainage channels 220 disposed thereabout. The drainage channels are in fluid communication with the sockets 204. Another distinguishing feature of the second embodiment involves the addition of a toe brush 224 that is secured to the front face 208 allowing the user to not only scrub the bottom portion of their feet, but also in between the toes of their feet from above rather than from below. This is possible due to the downward extending bristles of the toe brush 224. With reference to FIG. 8, the toe brush 224 includes a lock button 226 for holding the toe brush in either an upward use position, or, perhaps, also in a downward storage position. Depressing the lock 226, will cause the brush 224 to latch in at least the use position. The upward use and downward storage position are illustrated in FIG. 8 in solid and dashed lines, respectively.

With reference to both FIG. 7 and FIG. 9, the second embodiment of the assembly 200 further includes a hybrid soap bar brush 228 that may be located along a central region of the base member 202. With reference to FIG. 9, the hybrid soap bar brush 228 involves the use of a plurality of bristles 230 interspersed evenly through a solid piece of bar soap 232. The soap bar 232 and the bristly portion 230 are secured to a base portion 234 that is snappingly engaged with the respective socket portion in the base member 202. In this embodiment, the central socket 204 has a different shape than the two side sockets. They, in turn, are mirror images of each other. While three sockets 204 are shown, it should be understood that more or less than this number could be employed, as may be desired.

With reference to FIGS. 7 and 10, a mat 236 may be secured to the bottom edge 212b of the base member 202 to provide a non-skid or non-slip surface for the user to stand on. In this manner, the user may be able to effectively use the foot pads 206 by securely standing with one leg on the mat 236 while reducing the risk of slipping and falling. The mat 236 also includes a ramp portion 238, which is removably secured to the bottom edge 212b. The ramp portion 238 provides for a smooth transition between the relatively slim mat 236 and the thicker base member 202. A back side 240 of the mat 236 may also include a plurality of suction members or suction cups (not shown) to prevent the mat 236 from slipping along a horizontal flat surface.

Furthermore, as illustrated, the base member 202 may include perpendicularly extending slits 242 in addition to the transverse drainage channels 220. The primary function of the slits 242 are to drain fluid which would accumulate in the socket portions 206 when the assembly 200 is being used in a horizontal position, whereas the drainage channels 220 facilitate fluid drainage when the assembly 200 is used in a vertical type position.

With reference to FIGS. 10 and 11, an embodiment of a detachable connection or joint between the base member 202 and the ramp 238 of the mat 236 is shown. Specifically, FIG. 11 illustrates an enlarged side view showing a male connector 244 engaged with an aperture 246 in the base member 202. The male connectors 244 may be of a button head design permitting the connectors 244 to be easily inserted into the apertures 246, yet requiring relatively greater effort in order to separate the joints.

Now with reference to FIG. 12, a third embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 300 is shown mounted to the horizontal flat surface E of the tub D in an associated bathing facility B. The third embodiment of the assembly 300 is similar in the structure to the second embodiment of the assembly 200. As such, the assembly 300 generally includes a base member 302, one or more sockets or receptacles 304 and one or more interchangeable foot pads 306. In addition, the foot pads 306 are also snappingly engaged into the sockets 304 along a front face 308 of the base member 302. The third embodiment also includes a rear face 310 (FIG. 14) and a tapered peripheral edge 312. Furthermore, a plurality of drainage channels 320 are angled (FIG. 13), such that they follow the tapered peripheral edge 312 providing adequate drainage for fluid that accumulates during use within the sockets 304. One distinction between the third embodiment and the second embodiment involves a design of a toe brush 324. The toe brush 324 of the third embodiment is of a fixed design, unlike the movable toe brush of the second embodiment. The toe brush 324 includes a rigid upper arch 325, as well as a brush portion 326 being fixed to the base member front face 308. In this embodiment, the upper portion of the brush 326 is allowed to deform. Rather than having the downward projecting bristles of the toe brush 224 of the second embodiment, the toe brush 324 of the third embodiment is designed to capture the user's foot beneath the arch 325 helping to direct the bristles of the brush 326 upward between the toes of the user's foot.

The remaining aspects of the third embodiment are similar to those of the second embodiment. For example, the third embodiment also includes a hybrid soap bar brush 328 that may be located along a central portion of the base member 302. In addition, the third embodiment of the foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 300 includes a mat 336 having a plurality of non-slip ridges 337. As illustrated, the user may stand with one leg on the mat 336 while using the foot pads 306 to cleanse and massage their feet C.

With reference to FIG. 13, the foot pads 306 of the third embodiment of the assembly 300 are shown in exploded view apart from the base member 302. The hybrid soap bar brush 328 is also shown in exploded view. FIG. 13 clearly illustrates the orientation and placement of the drainage channels 320. As stated with respect to the first embodiment, the drainage channels serve to direct water that collects or pools within the sockets 304 away from the foot pads 306 and the base member 302, while the user is bathing. To enhance the draining effect, the number of drainage channels could be increased or placed in a variety locations along the base member 302 and sockets 304. Lastly, as illustrated in FIGS. 13 and 15, the foot pads 306 and hybrid soap bar brush 328 include an outwardly projecting socket engaging tab 335. As in the second embodiment, these components snappingly engage the base member 302. FIG. 15 also illustrates the hybrid soap bar brush 328 in more detail having the bristle portion 330, a soap portion 332, a base portion 334, as well as an outwardly projecting socket engaging tab 335.

With reference to FIG. 14, the rear face 310 of the base member 302 of the third embodiment is shown along with the mat 336. As before, with the second embodiment, the third embodiment also includes a plurality of section members 322 and drainage slits 342. However, in this embodiment, a ramp portion 338 is no longer part of the mat and is now shown as part of the base member 302. Furthermore, a plurality of male connectors 344 are oriented perpendicular to the rear face 310, rather than parallel to the rear face as in the second embodiment. The male connectors 344 snappingly engage a series of apertures 346 in the mat 336. As before, the mat 336 is selectively detachable from the base member 302.

With reference to FIG. 16, a perspective view of a fourth embodiment of a foot scrubbing and massaging assembly 400 is shown having a base member 402. The fourth embodiment is in most respects quite similar to the second embodiment with the exception of a toe brush 424. As with the second embodiment, the toe brush is capable of moving between an upright use position and a downward storage position, shown in FIG. 16 in solid and dashed lines, respectively. The user may depress a latch 426 to switch from toe storage position to the use position. When the user is done using the toe brush 424, they may use their foot to push the toe brush 424 back into the storage position. There, the latch 426 can re-engage to hold the toe brush 424 down. Rather than pivoting in a forward manner, the toe brush 424 in this embodiment pivots laterally into a recess 430 in the base member 402. In this embodiment, the toe brush 424 includes only three bristle columns 427 each separated from the other by approximately 120 degrees. Naturally, the bristle columns may vary in quantity, size, placement and stiffness.

With reference to FIG. 17, a hybrid soap bar brush insert 528 of a fifth embodiment of a foot scrubber and massaging assembly is shown. The hybrid soap bar brush insert 528 of this embodiment is similar in structure to the hybrid soap bar brush inserts of the second and fourth embodiments. However, the brush insert 528 includes not only a regular bristle portion 530 but also includes an elongated bristle portion 531 at one end of the brush insert 528. The elongated bristle portion 531 is effective in cleaning hard to reach areas on the bottom of a user's foot, as for example, along the arch portion or between toes. Similarly, FIG. 18 illustrates a hybrid soap bar brush insert 628 having a regular bristle portion 630 and a toe brush portion 631 for a sixth embodiment of foot scrubber and massaging assembly. The toe brush portion 631 may include one or more toe brush bristle rows. By way of example, FIG. 18 illustrates the insert 628 having the toe brush portion 631 with four toe brush bristle tufts in one row. Of course, several such rows could be employed. As shown, each tuft includes an outward fanning upper portion to further facilitate the cleansing and scrubbing action between the toes of the user. As with the second and third embodiment, the fifth and sixth embodiments include a snappingly engageable base portion 534, 634. It should be noted that any number of techniques for removably securing the foot pads or inserts of the present invention may be used, as for example by way of a pressure or interference fit, a pin or threaded fastener, or by use of hook and loop type fabric, etc. Furthermore, the soap bar may be entirely omitted from the brush portion of the hybrid inserts leaving only the bristle portions.

Modifications and alterations will occur to others upon reading and understanding the preceding detailed description. It is intended that the embodiments described herein be construed as including all such modifications and alterations, insofar as they come within the scope of the appended claims or the equivalents thereof.

Claims

1. A foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in a bathing facility, the assembly comprising:

a base member including a front face, and a peripheral edge;

a socket located in the front face of the base member;

a drainage channel located in the base member, the drainage channel including a first end terminating at and communicating with the socket and a second end terminating at the peripheral edge;

a foot pad selectively received by the socket, the foot pad including a front side and a back side, the front side of the foot pad including a working surface; and

a plurality of suction members disposed along the back face of the base member for removably securing the base member to a surface within the associated bathing facility.

2. The assembly of claim 1, wherein the base member includes a plurality of sockets.

3. The assembly of claim 2, wherein the assembly includes a plurality of foot pads each being selectively received by a respective one of the plurality of sockets.

4. The assembly of claim 3, wherein the working surface of the plurality of foot pads includes at least one of rollers, bristles, a sponge, a soap bar, a hybrid soap bar brush, a plurality of bumps, an exfoliating stone, and an aggregate material.

5. The assembly of claim 3, wherein the base member includes a plurality of drainage channels one being in fluid communication with each of the plurality of sockets.

6. The assembly of claim 1, wherein a portion of the peripheral edge of the base member includes at least one slot for receiving a mounting fixture.

7. The assembly of claim 6, wherein the portion of the peripheral edge including the at least one slot is a top edge.

8. The assembly of claim 1, further comprising a brush which protrudes above the front face of the base member.

9. The assembly of claim 1, further comprising a mat secured to one edge of the base member.

10. The assembly of claim 9, wherein the mat comprises a front face having a plurality of ridges.

11. A combination foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in an associated bathing facility, the assembly comprising:

a base member;

a plurality of receptacles disposed in the base member;

a plurality of foot pads selectively received in a respective one of the plurality of receptacles;

wherein the plurality of receptacles are spaced from one another, and are located on a face of the base member; and

a mat detachably connected to an edge of the base member.

12. The assembly of claim 11, wherein each of the plurality of receptacles include at least one drainage aperture, the at least one drainage aperture disposed within the base member and in fluid communication with the associated bathing facility.

13. The assembly of claim 11, wherein a working surface of each of the plurality of foot pads comprises at least one of rollers, bristles, a sponge, a soap bar, a hybrid soap bar brush, a plurality of bumps, an exfoliating stone, and an aggregate material.

14. The assembly of claim 11, wherein the working surface of at least one of the plurality of foot pads includes a first bristle portion having a fixed first bristle length and a second bristle portion having a fixed second bristle length, wherein the second bristle length is greater than the first bristle length.

15. The assembly of claim 11, wherein the base member comprises a peripheral edge and at least one slot defined in the peripheral edge, and further comprising a mounting fixture cooperating with the slot for securing the base member to a surface of the associated bathing facility.

16. The assembly 15, wherein the mounting fixture comprises a strap and at least one connecting element, connected to an end of the strap, for securing the mounting fixture to the base member.

17. The assembly of claim 11, wherein the mat comprises a front face and a rear face, a plurality of suction cups connected to the rear face and a plurality of slits extending through the mat from the front face to the rear face.

18. A combination foot scrubbing and massaging assembly for use in an associated bathing facility, the assembly comprising:

a base member;

a plurality of receptacles disposed in the base member;

a plurality of foot pads selectively received in a respective one of the plurality of receptacles;

wherein the plurality of receptacles are spaced from one another, and are located on a face of the base member; and

a toe brush mounted to the base member and extending away from the face of the base member.

19. The assembly of claim 18, wherein the brush is movable in relation to the base member and further comprising a lock for selectively securing the brush in at least one of a use orientation and a storage orientation.

20. The assembly of claim 19 wherein the toe brush comprises a support stem and at least one brush element connected to a distal end of the support stem.

21. The assembly of claim 18, wherein each of the plurality of receptacles includes at least one drainage aperture, the at least one drainage aperture being disposed within the base member and in fluid communication with the associated bathing facility.

22. The assembly of claim 18, further comprising a mat selectively mountable to an edge of the base member, the mat including a plurality of drainage slits extending generally perpendicular from a front face to a rear face of the mat.

23. The assembly of claim 18, wherein the toe brush is integrally mounted to one of the plurality of foot pads rather than being mounted to the base member.