Pedicures: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly The Good When attending special events like weddings or holidays, having a medical pedicure can boost your confidence. Toenails are less likely to chip than fingernails as they are not quite as dextrous. Bring your own nail varnish – something breathable and anti fungal ensure that […]
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Neurodermatitis Neurodermatitis is a non-life-threatening skin condition involving itching and scratching, usually on just one or two patches of skin. It is also called lichen simplex chronicus. The itching can be so intense it disrupts your quality of life. Neurodermatitis is a skin condition that starts with an itchy patch of skin. Scratching makes
Changes of the Foot: What Could be the Cause? We have been told that the sun has got his hat on and will be making an appearance this week which is great news and this is just one thing such as sun spots that can lead to skin changes and these are usually coffee
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Onychoptosis Onychoptosis, also known as nail shedding, (from Greek onyx “nail” and ptôsis, “falling”) is a medical term used to describe the abnormal shedding or falling off of nails from the nail bed. It is not a specific medical condition in itself, but rather a symptom that can occur due to various underlying causes. Causes
Strengthening Foot Exercises As much as we are told to stretch stretch stretch strengthening feet is something that does not get too much consideration. However foot strengthening exercises can help avoid foot or ankle pain and improve foot protection. Strong feet can also benefit runners, those undertaking high impact activities and individuals with certain foot
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Onychophosis The presence of a hyperkeratosis (callus) and/or helomata (corn) in the nail sulcus is known as onychophosis (onychoclavus). The accumulation of cells and other debris in the nail groove could make it worse. A heloma is more common under distal edge of nail plate rather than down the sulcus. It can be completely
Onychodystrophy Onychodystrophy is defined as damage to the nail structures and can be temporary or permanent in nature. It can be physically painful and socially embarrassing. Onychodystrophy represents various pathologic processes of the nails such as infectious and noninfectious disorders. Nail changes may also be a clue to other dermatological or systemic diseases such as
Nails seemingly getting thicker? Why is it as we age our hair thins out and yet our toenails naturally thicken? This is because the rate of nail growth decreases and the nails can accumulate layers over time, resulting in thickening. However nails can also become very fragile and brittle post chemotherapy or in iron
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How to strengthen the foot? Strong, healthy feet are less prone to sustain injuries or suffer from conditions like plantar fasciitis. The muscles in the feet and ankles can provide the optimum support if they are regularly stretched and exercised. In order to keep a person active, exercises may also expand the range of
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Biotin and Nail Health What is Biotin? Biotin is one of the B complex vitamins that help the body convert food into energy. Biotin is an important part of enzymes in the body that break down substances like fats and carbohydrates. Most people get the biotin they need from eating a healthy diet. It
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