What Are Medical Pedicures?

Looking for a safe way to keep your feet looking good, Dr. Gregory Cardinal at Podiatrist in Motion offers medical pedicures as one of his house-call podiatry services in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, Warrenton, VA and surrounding areas including Washington, DC and Maryland.

What Is a Medical Pedicure?

Everyone knows what a pedicure is. It’s considered a luxurious treat – to some, a necessity – to keep their feet looking good. However, visiting a nail salon can come with a few downsides. Below, Dr. Cardinal and the team at Podiatrist in Motion in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, Warrenton, VA and surrounding areas including Washington, DC and Maryland explain these downsides and how medical pedicures differ.

Risks and Potential Issues With Regular Pedicures

Nail salons are there to help people keep their nails and toenails looking nice, but many who have visited a nail salon have at least one story to tell. Sometimes, these stories revolve around a lack of hygiene – such a lack that they walk away with an infection.

Some people have had the misfortune of their skin being filed down or being cut by the clippers. While these issues can be accidental, sometimes, it’s simply that the nail technician isn’t paying attention or they are rushing through the job.

Another issue with regular pedicures is that they only address the appearance of the nail. They are not intended to treat any issues you might have with your toenails or feet.

How a Medical Pedicure is Different

A medical pedicure also pays attention to the appearance of your nails and feet through filing, shaping, buffing, removing the cuticles and dead skin, and more. Some providers also offer nail painting with special anti-fungal nail polish.

However, a medical pedicure is as much about addressing any issues as it is about improving your foot health. This means that your provider will remove corns, calluses, blisters, and ingrown toenails, as well as heal dry, cracked skin. They’ll also assess your blood flow and nerve function, as well as look for signs of infection and more.

In short, a medical pedicure helps improve the appearance of your feet and nails, addresses any current foot health issues, and includes preventative care – all in a sterile environment.

The exact services and add-ons will depend on the provider. However, you can rest assured that by choosing a medical pedicure instead of a traditional one, you have access to the safest, most hygienic pedicure possible.

Experience the benefits of medical pedicures by scheduling a house call with Dr. Cardinal of Podiatrist in Motion in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Reston, Leesburg, Warrenton, VA and surrounding areas including Washington, DC and Maryland at (703) 879-5155.