Medical pedicures versus Regular pedicures

What is a Medical pedicure AKA Medi pedi? And how does it differ from our regular pedicures?

Medical Pedicures focus more on underlying foot health issues such as fungal infections, corns, ingrown toenails and other foot problems rather than just aesthetics. Although some aestheticians may be able to address these issues medical pedicures are generally performed by more specialized professionals such as nurses and podiatrists.

Medical Pedicures:

Focuses on health issues fungal infections, corns, cracked heels, ingrown toe nails. Performed by a specialized trained professional. More thorough inspection and examination of the skin, nails, and feet. Specialized tools and mostly dry procedures.

Regular Pedicures:

Focuses on cosmetic nail care such as trimming, shaping, and polishing. Performed by an aesthetician or nail tech. Uses general tools and wet soaking tubs.

What are the benefits of a Medical Pedicure and should you try it?

Personalized treatment and expertise - More thorough inspection of your feet and work with you to come up with a plan on how to give you the best results. Can even offer strategies and better footwear to relieve and prevent problems such as athlete’s foot, bunions etc.

Medi Pedis are for anyone who wants more than just a cosmetic pedicure. It is the best choice if you have any foot problems or health conditions such as any auto immune disease, diabetes, cancer, compromised immune system.

A medical pedicure gets your feet in tip top shape and helps prevent any future problems.