Wat is a Medical Pedicure or Medi-Pedi?

 

Medical Pedicure Treatment is customized to what your feet need as opposed to just simple aesthetics. The treatments are specific and very thorough, paying close attention to the health of your nails and skin, not just how they look. A Medical Pedicure is centered around prevention and can detect things like nail fungus, athlete's foot, calluses, corns, as well educate you on treating and preventing them at home.

 

Why would someone need a Medical Pedicure?

 

For people who have underlying conditions such as diabetes, autoimmune diseases and cancer, Medical Pedicure Treatment is a safe option as there is minimal risk of cuts or infections, which could compromise their health.

The procedure combines that of a traditional pedicure with podiatry care, including treating calluses, cross toes, bunions, athlete foot, ingrown nails, nail discolouration, and nail/ feet fungus.

Medical Pedicure is useful corrective and preventive care tool. Incorporating Medical Pedicure Treatment into your routine can prevent problems that might need more invasive correction. Even if you don't currently have foot problems, regular medical pedicure is great preventive care and more private than a traditional nail salon.

 

What to expect from a Medical Pedicure?

 

A medical pedicure involves:

  • The taking a medical history (Anamnesis), including current and past health conditions, current medications, and the main reason for the visit.
  • The checking for the adequate circulation, proper nerve function, signs of infection (bacterial or fungal).
  • The checking for skin pathologies as psoriasis, eczema/ dermatitis. 
  • The removal of dead skin by buffing the heels with professional, medical-grade equipment.
  • Mending cracked dry heels.
  • Professional nail treatment as removal of cuticles and hangnails, filing, shaping and buffing the toenails.
  • The removal of blisters, corns, calluses, or ingrown toenails.
  • The final step is to thoroughly moisturize the feet.

Moisturizing the feet can help prevent several skin conditions!

 

All treatments use medical-grade products and freshly sterilized instruments for each client. The sterilization process removes microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, viruses, and spores to prevent the transfer between individuals.

 

Much like a salon pedicure, a Medical Pedicure Treatment lasts about 45 minutes. It's pain-free, often soothing and relaxing.

Good health starts from your feet!