Cutting your toenails correctly

Have you wondered… what is the right way to cut my toenails?

Well here are some basic DO’s and DON’T’s to really care for your toenails.

Don’t:

  • tear or rip nails off

  • cut a wedge into the middle

  • cut down the sides of your toenails

 

Instead:

  • Use sharp, clean nail clippers or nail scissors

  • Cut across your toenail following the contour of your toe, but don’t cut down the side

  • Leave 2mm in front of your nail bed (which is where your nail attaches to your skin)

  • Carefully use a nail file or emery board to smooth and round the corners of your nail

 

Come in for a medical pedicure and we’ll teach you how to personally manage your nails, and can recommend or supply the right nail care equipment for you.

 
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If you are experiencing painful toes, redness, bleeding or pus discharge please let us help with our gentle and experienced techniques.

Diabetics or people with poor circulation should have a podiatrist trim your nails for you regularly.  Your GP may have already arranged a Podiatry referral that covers the majority of the cost through Medicare.  Make sure you use this wonderful service if you have been offered it.  And if you have diabetes and have not had a foot check from a Podiatrist, please ask your doctor about this or give us a call on 9249 6988 for more information.

At ArchRite Perth Podiatry, we love providing helpful tips to assist you in caring for your feet and nails at home. Speak to our qualified podiatrists at your next appointment about the best ways to keep your nails healthy and looking their best!

If you’d prefer to leave your nail cutting to the experts, don’t forget we provide Medical Pedicures here at ArchRite Podiatry. Book an appointment to experience the difference of a safe & professional pedicure. To book an appointment online click here

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