Preventative and Maintenance Care
A foot health practitioner (FHP) appointment benefits a wide range of individuals seeking to maintain improve, or restore the health, comfort, and functionality of their feet. FHPs focus on routine preventative and maintenance care for the skin and nails, acting as a crucial support for overall mobility and quality of life.
How it works
The goal of Foot Health is to manage skin, nails and joints to prevent issues like infections, calluses and pain.
Foot Health Practitioners provide a variety of services, including:
• Nail Care: Trimming, filing, and thinning of thickened or difficult-to-manage toenails.
• Skin Care: Removal of corns, calluses and reduction of hard skin,
• Infection Management: Treatment and advice for athlete’s foot, fungal nail infections and verrucae
• General Maintenance: Treatment for dry, cracked heels and management of mildly ingrown toenails.
• Diabetic Foot Care: Regular, non-invasive maintenance and vascular/neurological assessments to prevent complications
• Footwear Advice
FAQs
What/who is the treatment beneficial for?
Foot health treatments are ideal for individuals who cannot manage their own foot care, such as:
• The Elderly: Those with mobility or flexibility issues.
• Diabetics: Individuals needing careful, routine foot monitoring.
• People with Reduced Hand Strength: Those unable to use nail clippers
• Active Individuals: Runners or workers on their feet all day needing routine maintenance.
What should I wear for my treatment?
Wear Loose-Fitting Clothes: Choose trousers that can be easily rolled up to the knee, such as loose trousers, joggers or comfortable jeans
How often is treatment recommended?
Foot health practitioners should generally be visited every 6-8 weeks for ongoing management of conditions like thick nails or callus removal, or every 6-12 months for routine, preventative care Individuals with high-risk conditions, such as diabetes or poor circulation, often require appointments every 6-8 weeks.
How should I prepare for the treatment?
- Do Not Use Foot Cream: Avoid applying moisturising creams, lotions, or oils on the day of your visit, as this can make treatment more difficult.
- Remove Nail Polish: Remove any nail varnish or polish to allow the practitioner to accurately assess the health, colour and condition of your toenails.
- Do Not Perform Self-Treatment: Avoid cutting corns, calluses, or heavily trimming nails beforehand, as the practitioner needs to see the skin in its natural state to provide the correct treatment.
Alison Davis, MCFHP, MAFHP, Foot Health Practitioner
Alison focuses on preventative care, early identification of issues, and tailored treatment for each client. Her approach helps reduce pain, minimise infection risk, and support everyday function. By promoting strong foot health and good habits, Alison helps clients maintain their mobility, balance, and overall wellbeing.
