EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN USING NAIL SALONS

posted: Sep. 12, 2019.

“Pedicures are completely fine as long as the salon is hygienic,” says Miguel Cunha, DPM, podiatrist and founder of Gotham Footcare in Manhattan. “I suggest ensuring that the pedicurist uses steriled instruments on your foot to ensure you don’t contact any fungus or bacteria that could lead to athlete’s foot or plantar warts.”

 

Dr. Miguel Cunha

 

 

Experts like Dr. Cunha say that before you get too comfortable in a space, keep your eye out for anything that could be a breeding ground for bacteria, as the organisms can cause damaged toenails and cuticles. Cunha doesn’t recommend allowing your cuticles to be cut because your cuticles provide protection from potential infections and ingrown nails. 

 

Source: Victoria Uwumarogie, Madamenoire [9/10/19]

 

Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM News.

 

Brought to you by Doctor John A. Hardy, owner of Toronto's foot clinic, Academy Foot and Orthotic Clinics.