FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

At Medical Pedicure, we offer a range of medical pedicure treatments to cater to your specific needs. Here is a guide to help you make an informed choice about which medical pedicure is the right one for you to choose:

 

  1. **Medical Pedicure (45 mins)**: This treatment is ideal for returning clients who maintain their foot health with our treatment plans. It includes addressing 2-3 areas of simple callus and nail care.

 

  1. **Deluxe Medical Pedicure (60 mins)**: Our most popular service, perfect for new clients. In addition to addressing 3-5 areas of callus, it focuses on mild to moderate callus build-up around your heels. You will also enjoy an intensive hydration treatment with our signature foot mask designed by our Podiatrist, Melissa Biedak.

 

  1. **Foot and Leg Hydrating Medical Pedicure (60 mins)**: This unique service is designed not only to rejuvenate your feet but also to provide hydration for your legs. It includes addressing 3-5 areas of callus and mild to moderate callus build-up around your heels. Experience the benefits of our intensive hydration treatment with our signature foot and leg mask, specially created by our Podiatrist, Melissa Biedak.

 

  1. **Ultimate Medical Pedicure (90 mins)**: For those seeking the ultimate foot treatment, this is the perfect choice. Addressing concerns such as corns, calluses, dryness, and cracked heels, it provides comprehensive care for tired and worn feet. To lock in all the moisture, this treatment is complemented by a paraffin wax treatment.

 

 

It’s essential for our clients to have a smooth and enjoyable experience during their medical pedicure. The duration for each treatment is carefully planned to ensure we can accommodate all clients effectively and maintain our high standards of service.

 

Please keep in mind that if you require additional services beyond the allocated time for your selected treatment, we may ask you to make another appointment. This policy is in place to ensure that each client receives the attention and care they deserve without causing inconvenience to others with scheduled bookings.

 

Our primary goal is to cater to your needs and provide exceptional foot care that leaves you feeling rejuvenated. Whether you are a returning client familiar with our treatment plans or a new visitor to our clinic, we aim to tailor our services to suit your specific requirements.

 

Our team of skilled Podiatrists’ is dedicated to ensuring your feet receive the best care possible. If you have any questions or specific concerns about our treatments or services, please do not hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff. We are here to assist you in choosing the medical pedicure that is perfect for you.

 

Yes!  As we are qualified Podiatrists’ you can use your Private Health Insurance to claim for our services!

 Unlike commercial pedicures, the Medical pedicure is always performed with sterilised instruments, according to the Australian sterilisation standards (AS/NZS 4185:2001). All Medical pedicures are performed by qualified podiatrists who have extensive knowledge of all foot conditions and necessary treatments. Our Podiatrists’ undergo a minimum 4 year Bachelor degree ensuring they know all about feet!

The Australian/ New Zealand Sterilisation Standards (AS/NZS 4185:2001) ensures that sterilisation is a process which ensures that all living microorganisms that may be present on an object are destroyed. All instruments used to perform a Medical pedicure are sterilised using steam heat from an Autoclave, according to the Australian sterilisation regulations of infection control. This greatly reduces the risk of contracting an infection

Whirlpools and hot foot baths used in the cleaning of the feet during pedicures are filled with unwanted microorganisms (tinea, nail fungus, various blood borne diseases) and skin particles that could only be prevented by sterilising the footbath in an autoclave (which is unachievable) between each pedicure system. By using warm towels with a moisturising antibacterial cleanser, the medical pedicure prevents the spread of infection from one client to another.

Many do not know that nail polish can harbour microorganisms that can cause fungal nail infections, even if only used once on an infected nail. For this reason, the medical pedicure is finished off with a tea tree oil treatment that has antibacterial and antifungal properties and also leaves nails shining.

No you shouldn’t! Cuticles are one of several structures that keep your nails strong and healthy. They protect the matrix (where the nail grows) from bacteria. Cutting your cuticles can easily lead to infections and can cause redness, inflammation, pain and even nail deformity. Cutting your cuticles can cause the overall condition of your toes and feet to deteriorate.

Cuticles shield new keratin cells from harm, as they age and lengthen your nails. Removal of the cuticle, which seals the gap between your nails and skin, could leave you susceptible to bacteria and viruses. A common infection, developed as a result of cutting or damaging your cuticle is Paronchycia, which may manifest itself in such symptoms as swelling, pain and even yellowish pockets of pus.

Cutting your toenails too short, particularly the sides of your big toe, can result in the nail curling down and digging into your skin, causing and ingrown toenail. Trimming your nails so they curve with the shape of your toe also exposes your nail bed, which can lead to fungal infections developing under the nail. Toenails should not be cut shorter than the edge of the toe and should have a straight, not curved edge.

No you shouldn’t. Instruments such as files, emery boards and nail polishes can retain exfoliated skin particles. Conditions such as tinea can be spread from person to person, as a result of direct or indirect contact with these infected particles.