Cosmetic podiatry

Cosmetic podiatry is the use of common treatments in podiatry in order to improve the appearance of the foot.

What is cosmetic podiatry?

Cosmetic podiatry is available to patients who are unhappy with the appearance of their feet as a result of conditions such as fungal infections or verruca's. These conditions can not only lead to embarrassment but can affect function and mobility at the foot and lower limb.

Who can benefit from cosmetic podiatry?

Patients who are suffering from the following complaints affecting the foot and lower limb can benefit from cosmetic podiatry;

• Thickened and discoloured nails
• Fungal nails
• Unwanted skin lesions
• Verruca's
• Unsightly ingrown toenails
• Dried, cracked skin

What treatments are available?

The following are some of the treatments available which can help to improve the appearance of the foot; Toenail reconstruction ' the use of a light resin to restore a damaged or diseased toenail Nail surgery ' this is the partial or full removal of an ingrown toenail under local anaesthetic General foot care ' routine treatments to reduce corns and callus and improve the overall condition of the skin

What are the benefits of cosmetic podiatry?

The benefits of cosmetic podiatry not only cover the aesthetic advantages but can also provide functional benefits. The following are some of those benefits;

• Improves a patients confidence
• Help to improve mobility and function if a painful ingrown nail/corn is removed
• Reduces the painful symptoms of some complaints such as corns or ingrown toenails

To arrange an appointment to receive any of our treatments please e-mail office@chiropody.co.uk or call 0330 088 4222.

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