Foot & Nail Care Advice

Do you suffer with dry, brittle nails? Lisa Howson, from www.upbeatcare.co.uk shares her top tips on how to keep nails healthy.

We all wash our clothes to keep them clean, so why don't we treat our shoes the same? We all have moisture and warmth in our shoes, which make them a breeding ground for fungus and bacteria. Don't just mask smelly shoes with antiperspirants, use comfosan once a week in your shoes to help reduce bad bacteria and smelly shoes.      

Fungal nail affects around 10% of the general population and whilst they are not serious, they can make the nails look unsightly and take a long time to treat. Once an infection is established, they flourish in warm, damp environments so ditch those trainers this summer and banish that fungal nail infection for good with a fungal nail treatment!

Podiatrists treat a variety of foot and ankle ailments, including calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, and arch problems. They also treat foot and leg problems associated with diabetes and other diseases. Some podiatrists spend most of their time performing advanced surgeries, such as foot and ankle reconstruction. There is no difference between a Podiatrist and Chiropodist, but Podiatrist is a more modern name. Within the UK, over the term Chiropodist and Chiropody, as a more accurate title for the role undertaken...