Podiatrists are trained to treat general nail and skin concerns

Unlike many nail salons, Podiatrists undertake a full assessment of your entire feet. All treatments are performed with utmost care and hygiene for nail skin treatment.

Nail and skin treatment performed by a Podiatrist goes beyond cosmetic look and assesses and maintains the health of your feet. Some of the common reasons people see a Podiatrist to manage their skin and nails include:

• • Calluses 
  • Thick nails 
  • Ingrown nails 
  • Corns 
  • Blisters
  • Fungal Infections 
  • Discoloured & misshapen nails
  • Cracked heels
  • Unknown skin lesions

Not only do we manage the issue, we try to prevent it from recurring or to prevent it from recurring quickly.

What happens in a General Skin and Nail treatment appointment?

1. A vascular and neurological assessment is conducted based on your concerns and medical history. This gives the Podiatrist an idea of the overall health status of your feet.

2. Both feet are scanned for any unusual lesions or infections including bacterial, fungal and even skin cancers (yes, skin cancers are a common occurance on the feet).

3. Cutting and buffing all the toe nails

4. Removing all callus and corns then buffing the skin

5. Deflecting pressure away from thick hard painful skin if needed by adding padding to your shoe insole

6. Application of foot emollient cream if desired

Diabetics

If you are a Diabetic, a thorough assessment of your blood and nerve supply is performed along with advice and education on how Diabetes impacts the feet and what to look out for. All findings can then be forwarded to your GP for their records.

Not Just for the oldies

Skin and nail treatments are not just reserved for elderly patients. Younger adults and even children and infants can have issues with their nails and skin. Early intervention and diagnosis is always a good idea to start a healthy foot care regime.