What do you look for in a good spa? Is it cleanliness? Experienced staff? An appealing décor? While all the aforementioned things are imperative to an enjoyable spa experience, many health professionals encourage you to be pro-active when it comes to receiving treatments like pedicures. When searching for a salon/spa, the feedback you give or receive is direct, either you liked it or you didn’t. And often times, the media tends to focus on the potential negative effects receiving these popular treatments can have to your health, but there are many positive effects as well. For example, you may not realize that your technician is increasing blood circulation to your calves and feet when you’re receiving that calming massage. This massage alone can reduce pain in your legs and feet. Proper foot care can prevent bacteria growth, ingrown nails as well as foot odor. Some may downplay the positive effects a pedicure can have on your health, but for someone with diabetes or lupus something as remedial as a foot fungus or infection can lead to serious health complications.
Most of us know what to look for when visiting our local salon or spa to ensure a clean enjoyable experience, but did you know many podiatrists recommend bringing your own pedicure tools? This one act will ensure that the instruments used during your treatment are clean and bacteria free. It is also recommended that you remove the polish from your nails a few days before a pedicure and by no means should you ever allow your technician to cut your cuticles or remove dead skin with a foot razor. Instead they recommend you have cuticles gently pushed back and dead skin removed with a pumice stone. Ingrown nails and calluses should be removed by your podiatrist to avoid cuts and infections. Avoiding dark colors is also highly recommended. Darker polishes often times contain formaldehyde, which can result in dry and/or yellow nails. Ladies should postpone shaving their legs till after receiving a pedicure as well. Open cuts and soars leave you susceptible to infection. Lastly, be sure to make your technician aware of any medical conditions you have and/or medications you are taking (e.g. blood thinners). Following these tips will make every visit to your spa enjoyable and healthy.
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